Strength For Endurance Podcast

Following on from last weeks episode on how to progress you strength training alongside your running, this week we go a bit more granular in terms of what this looks like.  Knowing how to increase and adjust the weights you are lifting, and what number of  reps and sets you're doing, requires some consideration and forward planning.  Listen in as Kriss shares how to work this out depending on your individuals needs and the phase of training you're in.  (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:45) Recap of Previous Episode: Building Foundations (01:12) Diving Deeper: Rep Schemes and Logic (02:34) Starting from the Basics: GPP and Adaptation (05:27) Progressing Your Training: Increasing Volume and Load (07:39) Maximal Strength and Power Training (12:33) The Importance of Deloading and Recovery (13:48) Individualized Training and Progressive Overload (13:59) Final Thoughts and Open Questions Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Progressing your strength training is essential if you want to keep meeting the demands of your running goals.  As you increase duration, intensity and distance in your running, if you don’t have the necessary strength and conditioning in your body, it simply won’t be able to stand up to the ever increasing demands, and thus dysfunction and injury will start to creep in. But how should you progress your strength sessions? Increase load, repetitions, frequency of sessions?  Listen in as Kriss lays out a logical framework to guide your approach in the gym or at home. (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:42) How to Progress Strength Training for Runners (01:23) Understanding General Physical Preparation (GPP) (02:32) Building Foundations with Basic Exercises (04:36) Transitioning to Specific Physical Preparation (SPP) (05:42) Progressing Squat Variations (08:59) Single Leg Strength and Conditioning (10:39) Integrating Plyometrics and Complex Movements (11:09) Adapting Training to Individual Needs (13:35) Conclusion and Next Steps Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Gone are the days where strength training was kept just for the off season, we all know the importance of having a year round approach. However this shouldn’t be the same approach all year round. Your strength training will ebb and flow depending on your goals, your overall training load and your need for recovery. Listen in to todays episode as Kriss delves further into how your strength training should adapt depending on your individual needs. (00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:40) Client Case Study: The Importance of Individualized Strength Training (01:57) Year-Round Strength Training: Why It's Essential (03:08) The Role of Personalized Coaching in Endurance Training (04:51) Integrating Strength and Conditioning into a Busy Lifestyle (06:24) Comprehensive Strength and Conditioning: Beyond Weights and Gyms (08:56) The Long-Term Benefits of Consistent Strength Training (14:04) Conclusion and Invitation to Connect Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

We all know that freak accidents and injuries can happen as a result of a slip, trip or fall. But the majority of injuries sustained by endurance athletes are chronic, overuse injuries that can often be prevented. In todays episode Kriss discusses running injuries in a bit more detail.  From how our past and current lifestyle habits can predispose us to certain injuries, to what mental checklist we can start to build in order to reduce the likelihood of them occuring in the first place. (00:00) Introduction to Strength for Endurance (00:40) Preventing Common Running Injuries (01:52) Understanding Injury Causes and Prevention (03:33) The Role of Biomechanics and Training Programs (06:02) Importance of Individualized Strength and Conditioning (11:51) Recovery, Nutrition, and Program Design (15:50) Holistic Approach to Injury Prevention (16:50)Conclusion and Final Thoughts Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Something that many of us will have experienced in the past is having an injury in the lead up to a race or goal event. Training is going well and then within weeks of the finish line, you’re struck down with an injury and your world falls apart. The answer everyone wants in that moment is “Will I be ok in time for my race?” Now, it’s common for us to immediately panic and catastrophise - we’ve all done it! But the decisions you make at this time will determine the trajectory of your injury. What actions will you take? Listen in as Kriss discusses this in more detail. (00:00) Introduction to SFE Athlete Pathway (01:14) Welcome to the Strength for Endurance Podcast (01:55) Dealing with Injuries Before a Race (02:45) Understanding and Diagnosing Your Injury (04:27) Building a Plan of Action (06:57) Psychological and Training Load Management (12:46) Reframing Goals and Learning from Setbacks (15:54) Conclusion and Final Thoughts Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

In this engaging conversation, Matt Dixon, a seasoned triathlon coach from San Francisco, shares his holistic approach to training through Purple Patch Fitness. He emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity in training, advocating for a balance of health and performance. Matt discusses the role of AI in coaching while arguing for maintaining the human touch, and highlights how community support enhances athletic success. He also reveals insights from his coaching journey and the importance of adapting strategies to individual needs.

In todays episode Kriss sits down with Sport and Exercise Psychologist, Stu Holliday. With 15 years experience of training and professional practice Stu has worked with a wide range of sporting individuals helping them improve their mindset and thinking, in a way that benefits their performance  Currently he is working with the GB Olympic Swimming Squad, his private practise see’s him supporting athletes from the Endurance field, Archery, Netball, Football and musicians. Kriss and Stu talk about stress, the importance of reflecting on positive takeaways from your training and what day to day habits individuals can bring in to start working on their mindset. Stu reinforces that performance psychology and training the mind aren't just necessary when things are going wrong. We can be proactive in our approach, whether it’s taking your performance to the next level or having the ‘go-to’ tools to deal with certain situations. To find out more about Stu's work or to get in contact head over to: Instagram @focusedmindcoaching Website: www.endurancemindcoaching.com Podcast: The Focused Mind Podcast  Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia  

Explore the hidden advantages of strength training for endurance athletes. Discover how it enhances recovery and fights fatigue, making those long runs feel easier. Learn about improving efficiency and muscular endurance, which can transform your performance. Uncover the secrets to developing explosive power and speed while reducing injury risks. This insightful discussion emphasizes a holistic training approach that could revolutionize your endurance strategy.

This week Kriss sat down with Lawrence Van Lingen, a Movement Specialist who helps individuals in high performance environments to move better and understand their injuries. He has worked with some of the best endurance athletes such as Jan Frodeno, Holly Lawrence, Taylor Knibb, to name just a few. We've been aware of Lawrence's work for over a decade now, having worked with some of the same athletes and we share a very similar approach to treating athletes in a holistic way. Lawrence’s work focuses a lot on how the body functions in synergy with itself, his respect for the nervous system and the importance of fascial pathways. A seemingly "unconventional" approach amongst the old school practitioners, who tend to just treat the symptom, Lawrence explains how you can start to tap into better movement mechanics, start to retrain the brain and how the body actually doesn't like the precise repetitive movements often associated with “optimal” running and cycling form. To find out more about Lawrence’s work follow him on instagram @lawrencevanlingen or www.lawrencevanlingen.com (00:00) Welcome to the Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:40) Introducing Lawrence Venlingham (02:32) The Importance of Variation in Movement (04:12) Understanding Dystonia and Movement Patterns (06:04) The Role of Rhythm and Breathing in Performance (09:49) Holistic Approach to Injury and Performance (14:27) The Impact of Stress on Training (16:54) Case Studies and Real-Life Examples (29:29) Introduction to Yan's Work and Movement Flow (29:54) Building Trust and Confidence in Athletes (30:40) The Importance of Environment in Training (32:54) Understanding Synergistic Issues in Training (34:12) Challenges in Running Rehab and Overcoming Them (37:48) The Concept of Hyper Training (39:05) The Role of Emotions and Social Media in Training (42:35) Exploring the Complexity of Human Movement (47:15) The Significance of the Big Toe in Movement (55:09) Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information Join our SFE Inner Circle to receive weekly 5 minute masterclasses and top coaching tips 👉 https://www.strengthforendurance.com/sfe-inner-circle Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

Discover why periodization is crucial for endurance training. Learn how strategic planning can enhance performance while reducing injury risks. Explore the potential pitfalls of neglecting this vital aspect of your fitness routine. Understand how to customize your training program for maximum effectiveness. Plus, uncover the numerous benefits of a well-structured plan that keeps you progressing without burnout.