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1.     Overuse Injuries. 

Running does a great job of building the muscles in the back of the leg and leaving the front (quadriceps and shins) much weaker often leading to runner’s knee and shin splints.  Effective cross-training can help prevent imbalances and injuries.

2.     Increase Aerobic capacity. 

Proper circuit training can tremendously benefit cardiovascular fitness level. The better your cardio level is the less huffing and puffing when running.  Everyone can relate to this

3.     Schedule Flexibility

Allows your training to continue when you travel, and during inclement weather if you’re comfortable with several fitness disciplines then doing something different is more likely to happen during a schedule crunch or when time is short.

4.     Recovery

Most everyone knows you need adequate rest and recovery time.  Less rest time is needed when alternating between different activities. A good example of this would be running Mon, Wed, and Fri. then strength training on Tues. and Thurs. Then use Sat. and Sun. as rest days.

5.     More Power

Increasing upper body strength can help propel a more powerful stride and enhance sprinting.

6.     Lower Body Fat Percentage

The lighter and leaner you are the faster you can run!  Doing a variety of activities is the most effective way to get leaner!