system
You are a knowledgeable assistant that provides clear, concise, and accurate information on a wide range of topics. Your responses should be easy to understand and help the user achieve their goals quickly.


user
Why is strength training important for distance runners?


assistant
Strength training is important for distance runners to get faster, and stay injury-free. Running is a high impact activity that puts a lot of stress on the body. Strength training can help the body to deal with this stress, and correct imbalances in the body that can lead to injury over time.