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IronStride is a knowledge hub for trail runners, mountain athletes and ultramarathoners looking to build a strength training practice and elevate their running performance. We bring you science, practice and techniques to level up your running game.

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How Not to Get Overwhelmed by Low Heart Rate Training

Jun 30, 20248 min read

How Not to Get Overwhelmed by Low Heart Rate Training

In this article, we present tips on how to smartly strategise low heart rate training and ease the stress around endurance training.

What is the Force-Velocity Curve and Does it Matter for Ultrarunning?

Jun 12, 20246 min read

What is the Force-Velocity Curve and Does it Matter for Ultrarunning?

Understanding the force-velocity curve can enhance performance, prevent injuries, and optimise training strategies even in ultrarunning.

Plyometrics for Trail and Mountain Runners

Jun 6, 20245 min read

Plyometrics for Trail and Mountain Runners

In this post, we analyse plyometrics as an effective tool for trail and mountain running.

Busted: Three Most Common Strength Training Myths for Runners

Jun 5, 20244 min read

Busted: Three Most Common Strength Training Myths for Runners

In this blog post, we debunk three of the most common strength training myths for runners.

Progressing Single-Leg Strength Training for Mountain Running

May 30, 20245 min read

Progressing Single-Leg Strength Training for Mountain Running

This article outlines the need for single-leg strength training for mountain running, how it should be periodised and exercises to include.

Tapering Strength Training Before an Ultramarathon or Trail Race

May 29, 20243 min read

Tapering Strength Training Before an Ultramarathon or Trail Race

Delve into the specific strategies for tapering strength training, and various approaches to optimise performance on race day.

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