Running can sometimes feel like a leg workout—here’s how it stacks up against strength training.
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If you’ve ever run up a steep hill, attempted to run a longer distance than you’ve trained for, or done a handful of 200-meter repeats, you know that running can feel like a leg workout just as much as it is a cardiovascular exercise.
But does going for a run “count” as leg day? Before you’re tempted to skip your squats and lunges in favor of a few miles, it’s worth knowing how running actually stacks up against strength training. Here’s what fitness experts have to say about whether running can make your legs stronger.
