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Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series

Date:
Sun, Feb 01, 2026 at 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location:
606 North And South Rd
University City, Missouri
63130
United States
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Build strength, consistency, and confidence this spring with Stronger Strides, a 9-week runner-specific strength series designed for recreational adult distance runners in St. Louis.

The series is co-hosted by Alec Basten and Laura Filla.

Alec Basten is a USATF Level 1 Coach, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and DPT student who has competed at the U.S. Olympic Trials (2021, 2024) with top-5 national finishes in the road mile and 5K.

Laura Filla is an RRCA Level 2 Coach and ACE Certified Personal Trainer, bringing years of experience coaching and educating everyday runners.

Together, they deliver functional, runner-specific strength training that is practical and approachable, designed to help you build durable movement patterns, stay healthy, and carry confidence into the spring racing season. This series is also a great option for runners training for the Greater St. Louis Marathon events.

Dates & Times: Sundays, Feb 1 to March 29, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: All sessions will take place at Big River Running Company, University City, except 2/8, which will be held at Big River Running Company, South City.

Build your strength, refine your baseline, and set yourself up for a strong spring season.

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