This episode is all about strength training. We answer listener questions and give some specific ways you can get stronger in the off season and also talk about the new research that shows that you should still be strength training in the on season, as opposed to just maintaining, especially if you are an over-40 female. Topics covered:
- Why strength train
- Benefits to cycling and running
- You need a plan
- You need to stimulate adaptation
- Lifting heavy explained
- FOCUS
- Not too many exercises
- Do you split up upper and lower?
- Favorite com pound exercises
- Favorite exercises at the gym
- It does not have to be complicated to be effective
- Favorite exercises at home
- How often do I work my core
- Activation vs strength
- Favorite core exercises
- Off vs On season strength
- Shameless plug
- Accountability
- How to fit it in a program or a week
- Lifting on a rest /easy day?
