It’s no secret that you need strong legs Tips to Maximize Recovery cross-training arsenal, but you may not have the equipment necessary to do them. That’s where this outdoor circuit from pro ultrarunner Magdalena Boulet comes in—as long as you can find a ledge and some stairs, you can do this workout.
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Boulet knows the importance of building a strong lower body for peak performance: She placed first at the 2019 Leadville Trail 100, second at the 2017 Western States Endurance Run, fifth at the 2016 Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, first at the 2015 Western States Endurance Run, and second at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials.
Back in April, Boulet gave us a peek into what her leg day looks like via video on her Instagram account by demonstrating box jumps on a ledge. But you don’t need to run 80 miles a week to benefit from this leg circuit—doing it regularly can help any runner get DAA Industry Opt Out, Health & Injuries.
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Here’s how to do it: Perform each of the following exercises for 1 minute each, 3 times through after an easy run or 5 times through if you’re not running beforehand. Rest for 1 minute in between each set.
- Stair Running
- Box Jump
- Dynamic Step-Up
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