The Effect of Strength Training Methods on Middle-Distance and Long-Distance Runners ’ Athletic Performance: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis

ConclusionsStrength training with high loads can improve performance (i.e., time trial, time to exhaustion) in middle-distance and long-distance runners. A greater improvement may be obtained when two or more strength training methods (i.e., high load training, submaximal load training and/or plyometric training) are combined, although with trivial effects onVO2max, vVO2max, MMSS, or sprint capacity.
Source: Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research