[skillipedia]

Is anybody in this forum doing squats with weights and finds it help running faster? I've always believed that squats is only good for short distance runners.
cheers

 

[Grant]

I really like lifting weights and think the help me with my running.

You've got to be careful when squatting, because there are so many muscles you could injury, i.e. lower back, quads and hamstrings.

On the other hand, I think it's a really good exercise, as you have to be strong enough to support the weight yourself, as well as moving it.

 

[Edward Chapman]

I run long distances and think squats are good for building leg stength. I do not get down the gym very often so I do single leg squats, without weights, at home. It takes a bit of time to get the technique of single leg squats, but I think they benefit runners at all distances.

 

[wounded knee]

I've done weight training including squats for many years. I don't know if I run faster but I've got strong legs which surely must be better than not?
Many people avoid squats because they are afraid of injury. If so try hack squats. You work the same leg muscles but lift the weight off floor from behind your back. If you Google Hack Squat you'll find a proper decription.

 

[Grant]

I've done weight training including squats for many years. I don't know if I run faster but I've got strong legs which surely must be better than not?
Many people avoid squats because they are afraid of injury. If so try hack squats. You work the same leg muscles but lift the weight off floor from behind your back. If you Google Hack Squat you'll find a proper decription.

Hack squats kill my knees.

You could also try the leg press machine in the gym too.

Best to try both and see which one one best for you.