Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series
When is Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series?
Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series takes place on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Saint Louis, MO.
What distances does Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series offer?
Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series offers 10 events: Full Strength Series: 9 In-person Strength Sessions, Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/01/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – South City (02/08/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/15/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/22/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/01/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/08/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/15/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/22/2026), Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/29/2026).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Strength Series: 9 In-person Strength Sessions 15 spots left | — | $108.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/01/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – South City (02/08/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/15/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (02/22/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/01/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/08/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/15/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/22/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drop-In Strength Session at Big River Running – University City (03/29/2026) 15 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
How much does Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series cost?
Registration for Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series starts at $108.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series held?
Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series is held in Saint Louis, MO at 606 North and South Rd.
About Stronger Strides: Spring Strength Series
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.