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I am a runner not a gym junkie, why do I need to be strength training?

ByGeorgia Wassall

The Longevity Exercise Physiology Team in  Drummoyne,Edgecliff, Marrickville,Bella Vista, Randwick, Lindfield and Balmain  look at the importance of a holistic exercise program for runners. For many recreational runners, strength training may be looked at as not necessary, or even counterintuitive. Why would you want to put on muscle mass if it means you have to carry…