Lively X Performance by Laura

Runner Strong: 4-Week Beginner Program

Runner Strong: 4-Week Beginner Program

About the Program!

This 4-week program is designed for beginner returning runners who want to build endurance, improve strength & feel more confident running. Each week combines 2-3 runs + 3 runner-focused strength workouts to help your body handle the demands of running. Your strength sessions focus on the areas runners need most—glutes, hamstrings, single-leg strength, core stability, calves, ankles, and upper-body strength—while your runs gradually build your aerobic base, speed, and time on your feet.

Runner Strong: 4-Week Beginner Program

Programs

Included in program
Runner Strength: Base
Week 1 Run: FTHR Test
Upper + Core: Base
Week 1: Run/Walk
Full Body: Base

Extras

Beginners Guide

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FTHR Guide

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About Lively X Performance by Laura

Meet Laura, Your Running Coach

I’m Laura Dotson—running coach, sports nutritionist, certified personal trainer & endurance athlete. Running has been a huge part of my own athletic journey. I’ve completed in half marathons, marathons, multiple trail races and currently training for an Ultra (100 miler), while also training and competing in HYROX. Along the way, I’ve learned that becoming a stronger runner isn’t just about logging more miles—it’s about learning how to train, build strength, fuel your body & recover well. That’s the approach behind my running programs. I combine progressive run training, runner-specific strength, mobility & performance nutrition to help you build endurance without feeling like you have to be an experienced runner to get started. Whether you're running your first mile, working toward your first 5K or eventually dreaming about a starting line much farther away, we'll start where you are and build from there. Run stronger. Run farther. Become a runner.

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