Strength For Endurance Podcast

One of the biggest miscinceptions amongst endurance athletes is  the notion that you do not need to develop upper body strength for running and cycling performance. Listen in as Kriss dispells this myth and showcases the significant performance gains that can be achieved from being stronger through your upper body.  (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:41) The Importance of Upper Body Strength in Endurance Sports (01:50) Common Misconceptions and the Need for Upper Body Strength (06:55) Practical Exercises to Build Upper Body Strength (09:47) Integrating Upper Body Strength into Your Routine (13:06) Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about Strength For Endurance: Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/ Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance 

When rehabilitating an injury, one of the most important variables to be managing is the amount of training you’re continuing to do.  This variable will literally make or break the success of your recovery, as too little of the necessary work won’t create enough stimulus and too much will likely overload you. Listen in as Kriss discusses the balance necessary to optimise rehab, the pysychological toll it can take and the need for accountability during this process.  (00:00) Introduction to Training Load Management (00:59) Psychological Aspects and Professional Guidance (01:57) Understanding Your Current Training Load (03:20) Consultation and Personalized Training Plans (05:03) Creating Action Plans and Maintaining Activity (11:46) The Importance of Feedback and Accountability (13:12) Adapting and Progressing Through Injuries (18:02) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Learn more about Strength For Endurance: Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/ Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance 

GLP-1 weightloss medication has seen a surge of popularity within the general population over the last few years, and has so far shown success for many individuals seeking weightloss. But the desire for significant weightloss might not be the first thing you think of when working with endurance athletes, runners, cyclists and triathletes.  However as our guest today Nicola Marsh explains, her work as a Registered Dietician and Sports Nutritionist has seen a high increase in the number of athletes utilising this drug without understanding the implications and risks it might have. Listen in as Kriss and Nicola discuss this in more detail. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:40) Meet Nicola: Dietician and Sports Nutritionist (02:11) Exploring GLP-1 Medications (04:07) The Impact of Weight Loss Injections (06:51) Concerns and Consequences of GLP-1 Usage (11:34) The Psychological and Physiological Effects (15:09) Balancing Performance and Health (18:55) The Complexity of Body Image and Weight Management (28:00) Navigating Body Image and Unsolicited Comments (29:26) Challenges in Coaching and Training (31:48) Supporting Clients on Weight Loss Injections (33:40) The Importance of a Multidisciplinary Approach (45:55) Health and Weight: Unpacking the Complex Relationship (48:29) Advocating for Holistic Health Support (49:52) Connecting with Nicola Marsh and Upcoming Events Learn more about Strength For Endurance: Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/ Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance 

Zone 2, steady state training is deceptive. If you’re someone who wants to run long, you’ll know that building your aerobic engine is an essentail part of your training. But what many people don’t understand is that they also need to build resilience in their body.  And this comes by incorporating qualities like power, speed and intensity into your training. The body builds strength in response to a stimulus, so If you're not applying enough load and force through theres not enough stimilus. This is why we see so many injuries in endurance sport, because often the body doesn’t match the engine. Listen in as Kriss explains this in more detail.  (00:00) The Biggest Lie in Endurance Training (00:47) The Downregulation Trap (01:40) The Importance of Intensity (02:37) Combating Training Plateaus (03:42) Integrating Strength and Conditioning (05:11) Personalized Training Programs (06:24) The Role of Recovery and Adaptation (12:21) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

We’ve all heard the saying, but what does it mean when it comes to our training?  Listen in as Kriss breaks down numerous examples of where people thought they were doing the right thing, but in fact were missing the clear details that allowed them to get back on track and see improvements quuickly. (00:00) Introduction: The Devil is in the Details (00:08) Understanding Endurance Performance Challenges (01:36) The Importance of Individualized Training Programs (02:48) Identifying and Addressing Weaknesses (04:48) The Role of Detailed Movement Analysis (08:49) The Future of Coaching and Personalized Feedback (14:33) Conclusion: Embracing the Details for Success Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

A very talented athlete, Amy has been an SFE member for a number of years now. After navigating a number of setbacks during this time, she has successfully built herself back up to to being able to take on the Lakeland 100 this year, shaving an impressive 8+ hours off her previous attempt.   Listen in to this emotional but inspiring story, that many of you will relate to - navigating the highs and lows of endurance sport, injury, and ultimately coming out the other side stronger, smarter and ready to take on more in the future.  (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:41) Meet Amy: A Journey of Endurance (01:29) Amy's Early Running Adventures (02:36) Transition to Trail Running (04:50) Joining the Running Club and Ultra Distances (06:17) Winning Races and Increasing Training (07:18) Health Issues and Misdiagnosis (08:33) The Impact of Overtraining (10:37) Seeking Professional Help (15:48) Understanding the Root Causes (27:27) Understanding Energy Deficiency (28:43) Navigating Injuries and Recovery (31:32) Returning to Competition (32:49) Overcoming Fears and Setting New Goals (36:49) Challenges and Setbacks (45:00) Executing the Best Race (49:43) Lessons Learned and Future Plans Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Kriss is joined again by Stu Holliday, Sport & Exercise Psychologist from Endurance Mind Coaching. Stu works with a range of clients of all abilities, has worked with a number of clients here at SFE and currently supports the British Olympic Swimming Team. You can find out more about Stu’s background by revisiting the first episode we did with Stu here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0m2FmlKm5Cqa2dvIl4v7jW?si=e56c69f98e9e4f89 Today he’s back to talk about the importance of consistency when it comes to mental training and the benefit of using tune up races in preparation for big events - some great takeaways! (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:40) Meet the Expert: Sport and Exercise Psychologist (02:13) Race Preparation and Event Strategy (03:32) The Importance of Mental Training in Endurance Sports (08:01) Balancing Life and Training for Endurance Athletes (14:25) Practical Tools and Techniques for Mental Toughness (33:13) Conclusion and How to Get in Touch Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Are you someone who has found running at a later stage? If so, did you grow up playing any other sports?  Will you previous sporting history matter in terms of your future running potential, training tolerance or resistance to injury? Tune in as Kriss discusses the importance of considering this in more detail and what you need to factor in when starting running later on. (0:00) Intro & Podcast Purpose (0:39) Did You Play Sports Growing Up? (1:22) Why Athletic History Matters (2:03) Starting Endurance Sports Later in Life (2:43) Building a Foundation for Training (3:44) The Role of Strength & Conditioning (4:55) Comparing Athletic vs. Non-Athletic Backgrounds (6:18) Injury Risks & Imbalances (7:30) How to Assess Your Strengths (8:35) Building Resilience for Endurance (10:10) Chris’s Personal Experience (14:46) Listener Q&A & Outro Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Hip pain spans a wide range of causes, levels of severity and recovery timelines. From chronic overuse injuries to acute trauma, and contributing factors including low energy availability and excess volumes of endurance training - issues around the hip are complex. In todays episode Kriss deep dives into his coaching experience and importantly the success that the team at SFE have had when supporting clients with hip pain. Kriss shares a range of few clients stories - how they’ve gone about navigating and overcoming setbacks that have plagued individuals  for many years.  (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:42) Understanding Hip Pain in Endurance Sports (01:44) Common Hip Injuries and Their Impact (03:16) Rehabilitation and Recovery Strategies (04:46) Case Studies and Success Stories (07:54) The Importance of Strength and Conditioning (10:55) Developing a Personalized Training Program (15:36) Integrating Rehabilitation into Daily Life (21:39) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Long time SFE member Peter is passionate about ultra distance adventures - whether it’s hiking, cycling, skiing or running.  Today he joins us to talk about his most recent challenge - The Haute Route Pyrenees, which traverses the Pyrenees from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean Coast. Peters planned route would take him along 840km of varying terrain, include 60,000m of elevation, and take a predicted 60 days. However like many great adventure, you have to respond to the conditions that are thrown your way. From high temperatures, storms, having to navigate the effects of glacial erosion and the boulder fields that came as a result, Peter shares his journey - the highlights and the challenges.  Kriss asks him about his go to food choices, his meticulous ’spreadsheet’ planning and how his body is recovering now he’s home.  An inspirational journey, thank you for sharing it with us.  (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:41) Peter's Route Pyrenees Adventure Overview (01:45) Challenges and Experiences on the Route (03:01) Navigating the Central Pyrenees (04:10) Adjustments and Decision Making (08:19) Physical and Mental Toll (11:16) Post-Adventure Recovery (22:20) Lessons Learned and Future Plans (28:45) Conclusion and What's Next for Peter Learn more about Strength For Endurance: 👉Download our FREE Return to Run guide: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/return-to-run-guide   👉Find Out About Online or Face to Face Coaching Programs: https://www.strengthforendurance.com/   👉Receive weekly coaching tips and masterclasses straight to your inbox:  https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle   👉Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Youtube @strengthforendurance  Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia