Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes

K.M. Baldwin; C.E. Badenhorst; A.J. Cripps; G.J. Landers; R.J. Merrells; M.K. Bulsara; G.F. Hoyne

doi:10.1519/SSC.0000000000000660

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Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes

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Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes

K.M. Baldwin, C.E. Badenhorst, A.J. Cripps, G.J. Landers, R.J. Merrells, M.K. Bulsara and G.F. Hoyne

Strength & Conditioning Journal, Vol.44(1), pp.1-14

2021

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0000000000000660

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Abstract

Concurrent training, commonly acknowledged as a training method where strength and endurance training are completed complementary to each other, is a strategy often implemented in endurance cyclists' and runners' programs to improve physiological determinants of success such as exercise economy. Although concurrent training methods and strategies have been examined to a large extent in endurance cyclists and runners, literature examining optimal concurrent training methods to improve physiological variables in long-distance triathletes is minimal, leaving optimal programming relatively unknown. This practical applications paper identifies and outlines current concepts and considerations regarding concurrent training for long-distance triathletes including mechanisms contributing to improved performance, muscle and movement patterns used, exercise selection, load, velocity of movement, scheduling, frequency, and duration of training. Common misconceptions related to concurrent training are also identified and practical considerations for the application of concurrent training for coaches, athletes, and other professionals to improve all 3 disciplines of triathlon are discussed.

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Title: Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes
Authors/Creators: K.M. Baldwin (Author/Creator)
C.E. Badenhorst (Author/Creator)
A.J. Cripps (Author/Creator)
G.J. Landers (Author/Creator)
R.J. Merrells (Author/Creator)
M.K. Bulsara (Author/Creator)
G.F. Hoyne (Author/Creator)
Publication Details: Strength & Conditioning Journal, Vol.44(1), pp.1-14
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Identifiers: 991005543218607891
Murdoch Affiliation: School of Allied Health
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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Collaboration types: Domestic collaboration; International collaboration
Citation topics: 1 Clinical & Life Sciences; 1.172 Sports Science; 1.172.648 Exercise Physiology
Web Of Science research areas: Sport Sciences
ESI research areas: Clinical Medicine