Joe Puleo

Running and Strength Training

Most runners train primarily by running and neglect the benefits of incorporating strength training into their routines. According to running expert Joe Puleo, runners who practice strength training will not only improve running performance but will also avoid injuries. Author and running expert, Joe Puleo joins the show.

Joe Puleo is the head men’s and women’s cross-country and track and field coach at Rutgers University in Camden, New Jersey. He is also the head running coach for Cadence Cycling and MultiSport Center, a premiere training center in Philadelphia featured in the New York Times, Outside, Men's Journal, Men's Health, Shape, GQ, and Triathlete Magazine. His responsibilities as lead instructor include coaching the United States Marine Corps global running program.

His previous 20 years of experience include coaching multiple high school state champions in track and field; NCAA Division III All-Americans in the 100-meter, the 800-meter (indoor and outdoor), and cross-country; male and female winners at the prestigious Penn Relays and NYRRC Marathon Tune-Up races; the 2008 USAT amateur duathlete of the year; and an Olympic Trials qualifier in the marathon. Puleo has also coached three World Championship teams for the United States Armed Forces, two marathon teams, and a cross-country team.

Dr. Derrick DeSilva

3 / 16 / 2010