The Strong Savvy Cyclist & Triathlete Podcast

Have you ever stopped to ponder Why is it that while so many cycling and triathlon coaches are touting that they are "Strength Training by the Research", that there has been a big increase in the number of athletes getting injured, not being able to train with quality,or who are seeing DECREASES in their in sport abilities? It's becoming a pretty prevalent issue and something that we, as a community, need to address. In this episode we take a look at the 3 big problems with this approach, and 3 solutions, so that you can be a smarter, stronger, and more savvy coach or athlete. Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs

Too many people think more training equals better results. It's simply not true. Strength isn't built by just spending more time in the gym. It's developed through smart, fundamental movements and proper load management. Quality over quantity is crucial. It's not about the number of sessions each week, but how you utilize each one. Remember, high performance comes from understanding how your body works and what it needs, rather than just adding more volume. It's not about cramming in extra sessions; it's about optimizing for the best ROI - your body's adaptation and recovery. Understand that quality trumps quantity. High performance is a strategic craft, not a numbers game. What do you value more in your training: quality or quantity? Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance”

Is putting on weight going to slow you down? Well, IT DEPENDS! This episode we dive into the WHY behind Jonas Abrahamsen's GCN interview is so vital for endurance of all ages and abilities to watch, as well as give an Exercise Scientist's insight as to why Jonas saw such drastic improvements in his abilities. Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs

Join us in this episode as we delve into "The Evolution of Strength Training in Endurance Sports: Insights from Leading Coaches." I'll guide you through the significant transformation that endurance sports are witnessing in terms of strength training. And we explore the shift from the conventional approach of lifting weights to understanding the nuances of what enhances an athlete's performance. Listen to insights from leading experts, including Eric Cressey and Vern Gambetta, as they provide a roadmap for athletes and coaches. Also, learn about "Fostering a Culture of Inquiry and Open-mindedness" and how it plays a role in evolving strength training methodologies. Embrace the importance of mentorship and community in accelerating the learning curve for effective training strategies. Reflect upon Brodie's emphasis on creating feedback loops through reflection, experimentation, and feedback from coaches and peers. Overall, understand how comprehensive approach focusing on physical training and cognitive development sets the stage for surpassing personal performance goals. Join the FREE Facebook Community ⁠HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes⁠ Coach Brodie's International Best Selling Book ⁠“Strength Training for Cycling Performance”⁠ Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling ⁠Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List⁠ Get Started with the ⁠Stronger After 50 Programs⁠

The craze for flashy, complex fitness regimes dominates the social media landscape, often contrasting with the disciplined, focused demands of endurance sports like cycling and triathlon. In this episode, Menachem Brodie dispels the misconceptions swirling around complex equates to better. He emphasizes the importance of investing time to master fundamental movements, laying the foundation for gradual progressions. Straight-talk about the deceptive representation of success in the social media fitness culture sheds light on the risk of getting sidetracked from the core intention of fitness – promoting wellbeing and strength. This discussion underscores the potential perils of adopting advanced exercises inspired by high-level athletes, overlooking the compounding inherent risks. Grab your copy of the Instant Amazon International Best-Seller "Lift Heavy Sh*t: Intelligent Strength Training for Masters Cyclists

In this eye-opening episode of The Strong Savvy Cyclist & Triathlete, our host Menachem Brodie examines the broader scope of endurance strength training. Going beyond subjective opinions, he unveils the critical nuances involved in achieving excellence in the field. Dive deep into the fascinating intricacies of balancing intensity and recovery, optimizing repetition quality, and the implications of methodical mental preparation and activation during lifts. Round off your journey with Brodie's valuable insights on the importance of nurturing patience in strength training, particularly in the light of progressive overload. He emphasizes the significance of long-term benefits over hasty gains and underlines maintaining continuous focus on skill refinement along with other key training variables. While the lifting heavy culture may promise immediate results, the episode concisely captures how a patient, technique-focused approach lays the foundation for lasting health, performance, and happiness. Concluding with a poignant summarization, Brodie redefines strength training in this comprehensive guide. Respect your limits, prioritize form, and join us as we stride towards performance excellence and longevity in the sport. Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs

We all love to watch our fitness "rise" on that Performance Management Chart in TrainingPeaks (or whatever software you use). It's fun to see our rides add up to a bigger wave of purple. But there are all too many times where our training gets derailed, and we cannot figure out why! Our rides were done as prescribed, you hit the Intensities and Intervals spot on, and the TSS matched what was programed (within reason). So what is happening? This weeks episode we dive down the rabbit hole of: When your TSS isn't really your TSS What TSS is made up of Why the Stress of your training doesn't determine the outcome How Strain is incredibly variable and throws a monkey wrench into the process Pactical tips on how to avoid getting sick, hitting non-functional overreaching, and to keep from burning your energy Watch Training With a PowerMeter: What Is TSS Sign up for the HVTraining Newsletter: https://www.humanvortextraining.com/ Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes

What does it take to have your best year yet? KISS IT! Subscribe to the HVTraining YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/HVTraining Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs

So.... you want to LIFT HEAVY $h*+!!!! Well, as an endurance athlete, there are quite a few things you need to know before going heavy! In this episode, multi-world record holder, former back pain patient, and coach Brian Carroll shares with us from his deep knowledge and experience what you should be thinking about, before loading up the bar. Brian has Squatted 1,306 pounds, and holds two of the Top 20 all-time powerlifting meet performances... He KNOWS strong- and how to get you there safely! Brian Covers: Building the foundations for lifting heavy, tuning your spine to your sports needs, how to build a bulletproof core, what your TRUE core is, and much, much more! Connect with Brian: Instagram Website Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List

This week we dig back into how to properly progress your strength training beyond the "more reps, more weight", or "Find a harder to execute exercise" mentality that is so incredibly prevalent these days. We're re-sharing episode 121 as this weeks episode, where Coach Brodie explained the 4 ways to progress your strength training, and the important criteria that must be met before even considering changing the programming. Join the FREE Facebook Community HVTraining’s Strength Training for Cyclists & Triathletes Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs