strength training Archives - Mike's Triathlon https://mikestriathlon.com/tag/strength-training-2/ A personal journal of endeavor and discovery Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:44:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Triathlon Training – Strength training for distance runners https://mikestriathlon.com/triathlon-training-strength-training-for-distance-runners/ Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:44:56 +0000 http://mikestriathlon.com/?p=526 Can lifting weights help middle distance runners run faster or further with no corresponding improvements in aerobic fitness? James Marshall looks at the evidence. Resistance training (RT) takes many forms, including strength training, power training, plyometric training, muscular endurance and hypertrophy (increasing muscle size) work. Most of these forms, except hypertrophy (see below) can aid …

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]]> Triathlon training – Why swimming, cycling and running is not enough https://mikestriathlon.com/triathlon-training-why-swimming-cycling-and-running-is-not-enough/ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:45:33 +0000 http://mikestriathlon.com/?p=490 The triathlete’s winter “off season” is no doubt the best time to get down to some productive gym work so as to start the next season even stronger. This article sets out the rationale and a good programme… Mike It’s time to tear up the ‘old school’ rulebook… There’s a revolution going on in sports …

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