Strength and Endurance: The Muscle Connection

This chapter explores the crucial interplay between strength training and endurance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining muscle mass for performance and injury prevention. It discusses the effects of catabolism and anabolism on muscle health, particularly in the context of aging athletes. The speakers challenge conventional wisdom about strength training, presenting evidence that heavier weights are essential for endurance athletes’ success, while also addressing the evolving research linking various training methods to improved muscle and endurance capabilities.