Runner's FitKit 
running strength training for runners

Enhance performance & reduce injuries with safe & effective strength training & flexibility exercises designed specifically for runners:

increase your running speed and distance
increase your ability to climb hills
maintain form and sprinting ability at the end of a race
decrease your risk of first-time running injuries
decrease your risk of re-injury

 The Runner’s FitKit is a convenient way for runners to fit strength and flexibility training into their busy schedules. Packaged in a compact carrying case, the kit includes: 

- clip-tubes (2 resistance levels)   
- handle and ankle cuff
- stretching strap
- 115-page manual  
- carrying bag 

 Sample Running Exercises and Stretches
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The Runner’s FitKit can be customized to meet your individual needs and goals—the strength training program includes optional exercises for particular running conditions (hills, faster paces, uneven terrain) and for preventing specific running injuries of the foot, shin and knee. 

Included is a range-of-motion assessment to identify running muscles in need of special attention and a pullout chart with a stretching routine for the office. In addition, the manual contains chapters explaining causes and prevention of running injuries, how increased strength and power translate into better running performance, and special considerations for the novice and over-forty runner.

Often with overuse running injuries the problem isn’t “overuse” but rather “lack of preparation for use.” Inadequate strength and poor flexibility result in weak, tight muscles that increase the risk of getting a running injury. For example, weak hip abductor strength is linked to Iliotibial Band Syndrome, while excessively tight calves and hamstrings can cause knee problems for the runner. 

The Runner’s FitKit increases not only strength and flexibility but also power and muscular endurance with exercises that mimic movements and muscle actions of the running gait. Therefore, the hip flexors are trained for their role in the knee drive (the primary propulsive force in distance running), the hamstrings for their braking action of the knee drive, and the shin muscles for endurance to help prevent fatigue-related running injuries. 

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Runner's FitKit - $45.95  

Blue Clip-Tube - $9.95  Extra-Heavy tube for strong runners.

Runner's FitKit Manual - $14.95  
NOTE: The strength training programs can be performed with clip-tubes OR gym equipment. (gym conversion chart provided in manual.)

The safest and most effective training device for the improving core muscle strength (abs and low back), helping to prevent low back injuries that are common to runners. 

Clip-tube - 18". rubber tubing with a door attachment and sturdy clip (attaches to handle or ankle cuff).   

Handle - Padded plastic handle with nylon webbing strap and metal D-ring.

Ankle Cuff - Padded nylon webbing strap with secure Velcro closure and metal D-ring.

Stretching Strap - 6-ft. stretching strap made from nylon webbing with multiple-position loops. 

Manual  - Includes resistance training programs (Strength Training Program for Runners and Intermediate Training Program for strength, power and muscular endurance) and stretching programs for the home and office. The resistance training programs can be modified for specific running conditions and specific injury prevention. The manual also contains a training program for non-runners and a weight-room conversion guide to perform the exercises in a gym. In addition, there are chapters on running injuries, running performance and more. Table of contents.  Back to top

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