Running mates
Because we run better together
This month, you share your views about strength training, tell us how you’ve rekindled your love for running and explain how you manage asthma and exercise
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Does strength training your glutes and hamstrings help your running?
1 @Deborah Harouma
Yes, because I have been doing a 30-minute strength video workout three times a week since last August. I recently got a sub- 28-minute PB in a 5K aged 58 and with rheumatoid arthritis in my legs.
2 @Angela Groom
I did a session last night with a curtsy lunge; a new move for me. I’ll definitely be firing up those glutes before all my runs!
3 @Kate Wilson
Yes, lots of running injuries can be traced back to weak glutes and hamstrings. This is exactly what my physio said to me last night!
4 @Belinda Devlin
Yes this sounds like me too! I need to strengthen my glutes and hamstrings.
NUTRIENT BOOST
Bake with lentils
Lentils are packed with plant protein and also contain a healthy supply of carboydrates as well as phytonutrients. We all know about using them in curries, stews and casseroles – but you can also add a protein boost to sweet treats by baking with them. Sneak some quick-cook red lentils, which don’t have a skin so add a great texture, into banana bread, brownies, scones, pizza dough and homemade biscuits. Cook the lentils first then puree them with some peanut butter to add moisure and nutrition to your baking.