It's critical to take time off after a big training block, but as runners it can be hard to convince ourselves to do it. Nathan and Andrea team up to talk all things offseason and base building to help you plan how to build back stronger after your latest training. They give you their favorite strategies and tips as coaches on how to effectively recover, incorporate strength-training, and plan for the next big race.

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Chapters

• 0:00 - Intro
• 1:56 - In for Testing: powered by Skratch Labs
• 17:40 - Our current favorite winter gear
• 25:34 - What does an offseason look like?
• 35:56 - You actually have to take time off running
• 41:12 - Offseasons are the time to change things up
• 44:22 - Reflect & plan
• 50:16 - Have a consistent weight-lifting routine
• 54:44 - How to get started lifting
• 57:26 - When's the best time to lift?
• 58:42 - Add plyometrics
• 1:01:50 - The offseason is the time to pain & injuries
• 1:08:04 - Wrap-up