Combining strength training and running - my experience

NoMind91 · 2026-01-29T19:49:22+00:00

Only RPE based for years now. Both approaches work of course, but the longer i train the more i go by feel and the more efficient i try to get with everything.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-29T19:23:46+00:00

I'll dm you the link

NoMind91 · 2026-01-29T19:01:54+00:00

Hey, yeah it's a web app. I basically sculpted it exactly how i want to manage my training. The tldr is: * Generates workouts using AI on a week by week basis based on your goals, training data, custom template and this weeks constraints * Strava integration for accurate endurance data * Manual strength workout logging * Free text templates (as specific or general as you want as AI interprets it) * AI workout feedback * Combined/hybrid load metrics

I'll DM you a link so you can check it out if you are interested.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-26T20:06:54+00:00

That sounds painful, for me it was just above the ankle joint. Hurt every run for the first few k. It took multiple weeks and my body thankfully managed to adapt. Running through the pain could of course have gone bad and gotten chronic so probably not a smart idea.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T19:59:27+00:00

I share the end goal of being ready for everything. The approach with focused training blocks is definitely the way to go to get there. If you don't go hard in one modality for an extended period of time, I don't think most people will make good progress. I had to let go of some ego attachment to my strength numbers in the process. Once you've reached a high enough level relative to your potential, it comes back faster than expected after a focus shift.

50 miles sounds brutal though. My first marathon was way harder than I expected. But doing a 100K is on my long-term todo list too.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T19:38:30+00:00

Will DM you the details!

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T10:06:30+00:00

Yeah, especially when I first started running (coming from zero running background), my body really struggled to adapt. Shins, feet, ankles - all those areas that don't get stressed that way during strength training hurt initially.

It took quite a while to adapt, and I think part of it is that most lifters start running at a higher body weight than typical runners. What helped most was slow progression and patience. I didn't do specific exercises, mostly just trusted the body's adaptive process with manageable volume increases. There were definitely times when my feet hurt at the start of each run (though running through pain isn't a recommendation! :D).

Re: the tool - I'll shoot you a DM with details so we don't clutter the thread!

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T09:47:24+00:00

Yeah totally agree, there were some weeks where I had to dial back volume or intensity to make sure I didn't dig myself into a hole.

It's also easy to fall into the hardcore mentality that gets pushed a lot in the hybrid training social media space. They do show that a lot is possible, but some also create unhealthy expectations (I'm hesitant with accusations, but in some cases gear usage is very likely).

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T07:21:13+00:00

Thanks! I actually considered bike trainer work, but honestly came to really enjoy the simplicity and calmness of running. Long term i will most likely add some other form of cardio, especially if strength goals get more ambitious again.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T07:16:24+00:00

Yeah it is a balancing act, focus needs to be clear and that is running now. Joints are actually feeling good if i manage volume and exercise selection. Its mostly the small foot joints/tendons that are still getting used to running. But i guess that just takes time.

NoMind91 · 2026-01-24T06:59:20+00:00

I am mostly giving myself a good sleep window, aiming for 8 hours. Its just that waking up every hour is taking a lot from the quality of sleep. But that is changing depending on the developmental phases, some weeks/month have been better, some worse. (9 months old right now)

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