Iñigo Mujika, PhD On Strength

Iñigo is back on the show, following up on his recent appearance in episode 127. In the previous episode, we talked about tapering. In this episode, talk about strength training from every angle, and we dive into two specific examples of training tweaks that made big improvements for athletes he coaches.

Twitter: @inigomujika_en

The article with the strength exercises he uses: In-season strength maintenance training increases well-trained cyclists’ performance

A review by another group on strength training for endurance athletes that comes to conclusions about efficacy and progression consistent with Iñigo’s approach: Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: Theory to Practice

A few of the other papers we talked about during the episode:

  1. Strength Training For Middle- And Long-Distance Performance: A Meta-Analysis

  2. Short-Term Plyometric Training Improves Running Economy In Highly Trained Middle And Long Distance Runners

  3. Concurrent Training For Sports Performance: The 2 Sides of the Medal

Examples of the type of fitness bands suggested for at-home or hotel-room workout exercises https://amzn.to/3ijqgBV

Body, Move, Level 1Shawn Bearden