Core Running Training Program

Run to your potential!

NEWS! Vancouver Running Symposium

Fellow runner,

If you like to run you've probably read a lot of "expert" advice on running training programs.

I'm not here to give you just another opinion on the best way to train. My methods are based on science and practical application not opinion.

I created CoreRunning.com for one simple reason; to help you become a better, stronger, injury-resistant runner.

Think about this for a second. The average runner takes between 1200 to 1500 footstrikes per mile landing with 2 - 4 times their bodyweight with each footstrike.

That's a lot of stress on the muscles, tendons and joints. Your running training program should prepare all your body's systems to take on the stresses of running.

Many runners make the mistake of thinking all they have to do is run to get better or run faster. They run to get fit, when in fact, you need to get fit to run well.

Running more miles will lead to improvements up to a point but after that, you get diminishing returns and increase your risk of injury. Elite runners may be able to handle running 100+ miles per week but most recreational runners will crumple under such heavy mileage.

A proper running training program should be holistic in nature and cover all aspects of training including:

• conditioning,
• strength,
• technique,
• flexibility,
• nutrition,
• recovery.

If your current training program ignores teaching you good running technique or proper strength and flexibility exercises then you're setting yourself up to get injured.

The Core Running method shows you how to develop a powerful, efficient running technique. It will teach you running drills and exercises to get stronger, develop greater flexibility and build a rock solid core so you can enjoy your running more. It will help you avoid time off due to injuries.

This website is the culmination of my work over the last 11 years with hundreds of runners and reading thousands of pages of research (read what some of my runners have to say about my training methods). I combine science and practical application to get you results!

I've created Runner's Workout DVD's to help you properly develop strength, power, core stability and flexibility for running.

CoreRunning.com also provides you with running tips, nutrition tips and advice on putting together a running training schedule. If you are an injured runner there's information on specific running injuries.

There are many great running programs and products out there and I'll be reviewing some of them to give you an honest evaluation so you can buy only the best ones.

The Core Running training program and website give you the tools to become a better, faster and injury-resistant runner!

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Run healthy, run strong!

Curb Ivanic, MS, CSCS

Strength & Conditioning Coach, Creator of Core Running

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