Description
Book SynopsisWhether training for a 5K or ultramarathon, all endurance athletes can benefit from some form of resistance training. This training manual, written by two leading US fitness authorities, outlines how endurance athletes can benefit from incorporating resistance training into their weekly schedule.
Finish Strong: Resistance Training for Endurance Athletes introduces the principles of resistance training to all forms of endurance athletes, such as runners, cyclists, swimmers and triathletes, in a way that will optimize their training and allow them to compete at a higher level. Most athletes realize that strength training is a vital part of a comprehensive training program, but many are unsure of where to start or how to integrate lifting weights into their already packed training schedule. This book not only gives them a starting point, but also a blueprint for how to structure training plans to maximize results and minimize injuries.
Trade Review
The principles that RJ and Angelo explore in this book are critical to achieving your best performances and staying healthy. -- Matthew Bach, Director of Endurance Athletics and IRONMAN Champion
A wealth of knowledge that will help athletes easily understand the 'why, how, and when components' of strength training and help them develop strength, improve mobility, and reduce/prevent injuries. A must read! -- Kevin Portmann, 2016 IRONMAN Coeur d’Alene Champion
A must have for endurance athletes looking to race stronger and injury free, this is a guide to staying in endurance sports for the long haul! -- Kathryn Cumming, elite cyclist and coach
This book does a great job of explaining the importance of strength training for endurance athletes and how to best serve their specific needs. -- Jack Leavitt, head swimming and diving coach, Georgetown University
Table of Contents
1 Introduction SECTION 1: THE LOWDOWN 2 The importance of resistance training 3 How to avoid chronic and overuse injuries 4 Identifying problems through movement assessments 5 Fixing movement dysfunctions with resistance and mobility training 6 Common questions and concerns SECTION 2: THE MOVES 7 From sea to land - general strength training principles 8 There is no off-season! 9 Movement is medicine - the importance of mobility exercise 10 Unlocking the secret to a stronger core with anti-rotation exercises 11 The exercises that every endurance athlete needs to know 12 All the right moves - an introduction to sport-specific exercises 13 Top 10 exercises for swimmers 14 Top 10 exercises for cyclists 15 Top 10 exercises for runners SECTION 3: THE PLAN 16 Introduction to our training templates 17 Training session templates Afterword Exercise index
