Many people assume that training for triathlons consists of the three disciples its made up of, however strength training plays a vital part in it. Join the tribe to find out more and to share more with everyone else.
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Fiegel C Training for my first tri of the season in june. Any tips of your favorite training regiments? as of now I swim/bike bike/run swim/run 3-4 days a week. at about 1/2-3/4 the distance of the race. The other days I hit the gym or go for a longer than distance run swim bike.
Gary S Finger press ups are not great on the broken thumbs...only managed 7 today...
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Gary S 30 press ups completed for today....now to have ago at the finger press ups
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Gary S Ten weighted situps completed....ouch that hurt...
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Gary S just completed my 20 chin ups for the day now moving on to the weighted situps.....argh !
John F answered the question What do you do when you do the strength training?
3 weight training sessions a week for me, one focused on swim muscle groups, (biceps, triceps, lats and chest) the other two on legs. (squats, lunges, step ups, dead lifts etc). Also squeeze in at least 2 core sessio...
Jase L answered the question What do you do when you do the strength training?
Would never miss strength training sessions. I do 2-3 bike 2-3 run and 2-3 swim sessions a week but I also do 2 strength sessions in the gym. Mostly core work as a strong core is essential for a triathlete no matter w...
Ben R answered the question What do you do when you do the strength training?
Thank you Tiina!
Tiina W answered the question What do you do when you do the strength training?
Same like Maca I have (or my trainer has) split my training into 4 areas for different days: legs, arms, bag and chest. Basically I vary with these during the strength gaining season. With legs I focus on biceps f...
Ben R answered the question Can you recommend a good book/website for tri strength training?
Thank you for all the info Joe =)
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Ben R answered the question How often do you strength training sessions?
Awesome =) Thanks for sharing!
J S answered the question How often do you strength training sessions?
At least three times a week in order to supplement the regular running I'm doing. Can be anything from body weight exercises to kettlebells to actual heavy lifts like squats and cleans. This helps keep my body strong...
Maca P answered the question What do you do when you do the strength training?
Different days, different muscle groups :0)
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What exercises do you do and where do you do them?
Tell us why you do them and how often you do them
Lisa M replied to the topic New to the Strength Training For Triathletes Tribe? Start here!
Hi Ben, thanks for the recommendation - look forward to seeing all the hints and tips to encourage me and get me ready to go for my first triathlon :)
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Ben R replied to the topic New to the Strength Training For Triathletes Tribe? Start here!
Hello Barbara! thank you so much =) I myself have a bit to catch up on so will share all my training things with you! Good luck and let me know how it goes!
Ben R responded to the guide 4 Core Exercises for Triathletes
Cool Barbara =) How are you doing? you planning on a big swim event soon?
Joe T answered the question Can you recommend a good book/website for tri strength training?
The fees sure do add up. I am going to be doing a few duathlons later this summer/fall. My son also wants to join me. I can't really say no but it then costs me double.
Joe T answered the question Can you recommend a good book/website for tri strength training?
Just getting started in this fitness thing. :) You might also want to check a used book store, Goodwill or that kind of store. I saw a few tri books for $5 last week.
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Joe T answered the question Can you recommend a good book/website for tri strength training?
It's pretty pricey. Ben Greenfield also has a weekly free podcast that has a ton of fitness and nutrition information.
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Ben R created the guide 4 Core Exercises for Triathletes
All three disciplines of triathlon require core stabilization and strength. Strong core musculature helps you keep your body streamlined in the water, maintain a comfortable bike position, and complete an efficient run.
Core strength also...
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