Most research studies have found that two strength training sessions per week for 8-12 weeks achieves a sufficient increase in strength to result in endurance improvements.
This progressive and detailed 10-week strength programme follows on from our 4-week adapation phase plan, specific to triathletes in their base & build training phase.
This phase is the meat and potatoes of your strength training program. This is what will translate to improved triathlon performance if you get it right. Once you have completed it you can repeat it again from the start, depending on which phase of your training year you are in. If you are just about to enter race season this is NOT the time to start a progressive strength programme!
As a GBR age-group sprint distance triathlete, I came into triathlon and competive sport fairly late in life (late 30s), starting with rowing and more latterly into triathlon.
I know what it takes to balance work, life and training, particularly for the more mature athletes! Taking time to rest and recover is a key aspect of my 1-1 coaching.