Strong Runners: The Strength Programme Built for Runners
Build power, resilience, and speed with expert-led strength training built for endurance athletes. Crafted by Coach Ben, an experienced ultra-endurance athlete, this system keeps you injury-free and primed to hit PBs – from 5Ks to ultramarathons, road to mountains.
STRONG RUNNERS is for any runner who wants to run faster, stay healthy, and perform at their best – whether you’re chasing a parkrun PB, training for your first marathon, or taking on mountain ultras. This programme is designed for:
– Road, trail, and ultra-distance athletes
– Runners who struggle with injuries, plateaus, or inconsistency
– Anyone who wants to get stronger, more efficient, and confident on every terrain
*STRONG RUNNERS does require you to be confident in the following key movement patterns: squat, hinge, lunge, push, pull & carry
Strong Runners is crafted by Coach Ben, an ultra-endurance athlete who has conquered some of the world’s toughest mountain races. This isn’t a generic strength plan:
– Every exercise and progression is runner-specific – designed to complement your training, not conflict it
– Programmes are year-round: build in the off-season, peak in race season
– You’ll get direct access to your coach and community in-app for guidance, support, and accountability
– Option to add on expert race plans for all major distances [5km, 10km, Half Marathon & Marathon]
– Sessions Per Week: 3 structured strength workouts
– Session Duration: 40–60 minutes
– Delivery: Via MBP Training app with coaching & community support
– Requirements: Well-equipped gym access
– Reduce injury risk and train consistently year-round
– Build stronger joints, tendons, and core stability
– Improve running economy and race-day confidence
– Become a well-rounded athlete who looks AND performs like a runner
Meet Your Coach
Ben is an ultra-endurance athlete and performance coach who has conquered some of the world’s toughest mountain races – and helped countless athletes achieve their own incredible running milestones. With years of hands-on experience in strength and endurance training, Ben’s mission is simple: to help runners of all levels build resilience, stay injury-free, and perform at their absolute best.
Your path to faster, stronger, injury-free running starts here
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UltraX 75km. Hurt a lot but buzzing to have got it done and come 22nd overall. Big thanks to Ben and MBP for getting me here injury-free!Joe Fullylove -
It took me so long to find a routine that doesn’t stop me running and still increases strength. For so long I had to stop running because I was too fatigued then had to pause lifting. Now I finally have balance with both! SR giving me life with every session💪Gul Binks -
SR has got me feeling more resilient in my running than ever before. Don’t learn the hard way by feeling constantly fatigued or facing reoccurring injuries, follow this programme, these guys know their stuff!India Roberts -
Strong Runners is helping me find new levels! Managed to get all 3 sessions in this week, loved the restorative session this morning after my long run yesterday. Really enjoying the focus that SRB is giving me for my strength sessions.Josh Chambers -
Difference between then and now is insane. I had no guidance in relation to gym work before and have been following SR for the past few months. My recovery was ridiculous. Confidence through the roof🙌🏼Fintan O’Hara -
The best team behind me – can’t wait to keep building and see what’s next!Maisie Kilner -
I’ve been strength training for years but was definitely neglecting exercises to make me a stronger runner. I found SR & followed consistently for 3 months and was blown away by my progress. I far exceeded my goals and placed 2nd female in my 100 mile trail race!Megan Jackson
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16 minute PB from & now part of the sub 3 club! Undoubtedly the best I’ve felt in my body for a marathon. There’s no one I’d trust more with my strength training as a runner than the brains at MBPMichael Jennings
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Strong Runners is UNREAL!!! I felt so strong crossing that finishing line with a 14 minute PB of 2.58!!! I cannot thank you enough for your amazing programmeIndia Roberts
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SRB complimented by running block perfectly. I managed to go from pretty much zero running experience to running 3/4 times a week for 6 months, injury-free!Pearce Martin
Can I do this alongside my current running plan?
Yes! Strong Runners is designed to complement your mileage, not compete with it. We’ll help you fit strength sessions seamlessly into your training week.
I’m completely new to strength training – is this programme suitable?
Strong Runners is not designed for total gym beginners. You’ll need basic competence in key movement patterns (squat, hinge, push, pull, lunge, carry). If you’re comfortable in the gym but new to structured programming, this is a great fit.
Is this only for competitive athletes?
No! While many members race, this programme is for any runner who wants to build strength, stay injury-free, and run their best – whether that’s a parkrun or an ultramarathon.
How is the programme delivered?
You’ll access Strong Runners through the MBP Training app, where you’ll get your workouts, video demos, and direct coach support.
What if I can’t do certain exercises?
You’ll get direct access to Coach Ben for guidance and modifications to keep you training safely and progressing.
