Is Cross-Training the Hack To Becoming a Better Runner? | EP 181 🎙️

In this week's episode, we break down Josh Kerr's incredible mile world record and explore one of the most valuable tools for runners of all abilities: cross-training. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a niggle, or simply looking for ways to improve your running without adding extra miles, this episode is packed with practical advice on how to maintain fitness while injured, build endurance through cross-training, and return to running stronger. Sarah shares her personal journey as she builds back to running while undergoing shockwave treatment for plantar fasciitis, explaining how she's using cross-training to stay fit without aggravating her injury. Andy also reveals how he prepared for the World Championships using cross-training, and the lessons every runner can take from his experience. -------------------- The Running Channel: Expect running challenges, science videos and everything you need to enjoy and improve your running:    / @runningchannel   TRC Gear: Your one-stop shop for all things gear and tech:    / @trcgear   TRC Club: The social media app designed especially for runners: https://www.therunningchannelclub.com... What’s in this video? 00:00 - Can cross-training improve your running? 02:37 - Josh Kerr’s World Record Mile 11:30 - How cross-training supports your running 14:00 - How cycling can help you maintain running fitness 19:46 - How many hours would you have to cross-train? 23:22 - How do different types of cross-training improve different systems? 25:06 - Cross-training advice 30:57 - Is S&C hurting my running? -------------------- Subscribe to our other YouTube channels: → The Running Channel -    / @runningchannel   → TRC Gear -    / @trcgear   Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK -   / officialrunningchannel   ← → INSTAGRAM -   / runningchannel   ← → STRAVA -   / strava   ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editori...