This clip is an excerpt from the episode "Triathlon Base Training Series 5 - Strength Training, Nutrition & Diet, and Listener Q&A" (release date 8th of January 2026).
TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CLIP:
- The importance of strength training for injury prevention and management
- Common misconceptions (stretching vs. strength training)
- Periodisation of strength training
- Typical session frequency and duration
- Timing of sessions within the overall training program
- Managing soreness and integrating strength training with sport-specific training
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