Run Strong After 40: Move Smarter, Not Harder
Sat Feb 07 2026
Coach Caroline and Coach Valerie break down how to fall back in love with running after 40. Learn why efficiency matters more than mileage, how short strength + mobility sessions beat marathon-length gym time, and the simple movement habits (5–10 minute drills) that protect your body and make running fun again. Perfect for runners returning after a break or anyone wanting a sustainable, pain-free approach.
Chapters
00:00 — Intro: RunnerX Podcast & episode focus 00:30 — Why running after 40 feels different (twinges, recovery, patience) 02:00 — Move smarter: efficiency, elasticity, and running as movement 03:30 — Strength training for runners: start bodyweight → progress sensibly 05:00 — Time-efficient plans: 5–10 minute drills that actually help 06:00 — How RunRx structures the first 30 days to rebuild form 07:00 — App & membership: where to get guided drills, gait analysis, live feedback 07:40 — Closing: next steps and contact info
Key takeaways
Prioritize movement quality over mileage — efficiency reduces injury.Strength + mobility are supplements to running; start with bodyweight and add load slowly.Short, consistent sessions (5–10 minutes) are more achievable and more likely to stick than hour-long routines.Use gait analysis, weekly check-ins, and guided drills for faster, safer progress.An open mind and 30 days of focused practice will often rewire movement and restore pain-free running.▶️ Free 30-Day RunRX Reboot — Skill, Strength & Self-Care https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0N-GZ0AosI&list=PLDPcF8ZrDdILC8bYyn2zR-4xvqKRzp2re
▶️ Join the RunRX Membership https://runrx.fit/join-runrxstrong
📱 Find us in your app store for Apple and Google — RunRX Academy
Website: RunRx Support: support@runrx.fit
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Coach Caroline and Coach Valerie break down how to fall back in love with running after 40. Learn why efficiency matters more than mileage, how short strength + mobility sessions beat marathon-length gym time, and the simple movement habits (5–10 minute drills) that protect your body and make running fun again. Perfect for runners returning after a break or anyone wanting a sustainable, pain-free approach. Chapters 00:00 — Intro: RunnerX Podcast & episode focus 00:30 — Why running after 40 feels different (twinges, recovery, patience) 02:00 — Move smarter: efficiency, elasticity, and running as movement 03:30 — Strength training for runners: start bodyweight → progress sensibly 05:00 — Time-efficient plans: 5–10 minute drills that actually help 06:00 — How RunRx structures the first 30 days to rebuild form 07:00 — App & membership: where to get guided drills, gait analysis, live feedback 07:40 — Closing: next steps and contact info Key takeaways Prioritize movement quality over mileage — efficiency reduces injury.Strength + mobility are supplements to running; start with bodyweight and add load slowly.Short, consistent sessions (5–10 minutes) are more achievable and more likely to stick than hour-long routines.Use gait analysis, weekly check-ins, and guided drills for faster, safer progress.An open mind and 30 days of focused practice will often rewire movement and restore pain-free running.▶️ Free 30-Day RunRX Reboot — Skill, Strength & Self-Care https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0N-GZ0AosI&list=PLDPcF8ZrDdILC8bYyn2zR-4xvqKRzp2re ▶️ Join the RunRX Membership https://runrx.fit/join-runrxstrong 📱 Find us in your app store for Apple and Google — RunRX Academy Website: RunRx Support: support@runrx.fit