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In Episode 91 of the NVDM Triathlon Team Podcast, we're breaking down how endurance athletes should approach strength training to improve durability, prevent injuries, enhance running efficiency, and build long-term health without compromising endurance performance.
Strength training is about more than lifting weights. When programmed correctly, it can help triathletes resist fatigue, recover more effectively, maintain bone density, and stay strong throughout a demanding training season. We'll discuss how to structure your strength work throughout the year and how to make it fit alongside your swim, bike, and run training.
In this episode, we cover:
💪 Why Strength Training Matters: How resistance training supports fatigue resistance, injury prevention, recovery, bone density, running efficiency, and long-term health.
📅 Strength Training Periodization: How to adjust your approach during the off-season, pre-season, and in-season to maximize strength gains while maintaining race readiness.
🏋️ The Three Pillars: Building a practical weekly routine around Monday mobility, mid-week strength training, and end-of-week plyometrics.
🎯 Sets, Reps & Exercise Selection: Why lower rep ranges of 3–8 reps can help develop strength, and how to prioritize compound lifts without chasing unnecessary muscle growth.
🏁 Strength Training During Race Season: How to adjust loads and volume as races approach, manage fatigue, and maintain strength during race weeks.
🏠 Adapting Your Program: Exercise modifications and alternatives for athletes training with limited equipment or a home gym.
Whether you're training for your first triathlon or chasing your next Ironman PR, this episode will help you build a strength program that supports your endurance goals.
Get stronger. Build durability. Stay healthy. Race faster. 💪🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️
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