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Drills & Exercises

Video guides from Kathy covering the drills and exercises she prescribes to athletes at every level — from beginner runners to elite competitors.

Form & Efficiency

LJS Running Drills

LJS (Leg, Jump, Skip) drills are fundamental to developing proper running mechanics. These drills improve your cadence, hip extension, and ground contact time — key factors in running economy at any pace.

LJS Running Drills with Kathy Butler — watch on YouTube
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Who it's for

All levels — beginner to elite

When to do it

Before track sessions or tempo runs

Frequency

2–3 times per week


Injury Prevention

Foot & Ankle Exercises

Strong feet and ankles are the foundation of injury-free running. These exercises target the intrinsic foot muscles, Achilles tendon, and ankle stabilizers — areas that are commonly neglected but critically important for runners logging high mileage.

Foot and Ankle Exercises for Runners with Kathy Butler — watch on YouTube
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Who it's for

Especially important for injury-prone runners

When to do it

As a standalone routine or post-run

Frequency

Daily, 10–15 minutes


Warm-Up

Dynamic Warm-Up Drills

A proper dynamic warm-up activates the muscles you'll use during your run and increases your range of motion without the performance-reducing effects of static stretching. This routine is what Kathy has her athletes do before every quality session.

Dynamic Warm-Up Drills for Runners with Kathy Butler — watch on YouTube
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Who it's for

All runners before quality sessions

When to do it

Before workouts, intervals, or races

Duration

10–12 minutes

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