Many of us will have jobs that are physically demanding in their nature from gardeners and builders, to farmers and hospitality staff, the list goes on...

High step counts, repetitive physical tasks or constant lifting - this type of work places a high demand on our body.

So are we considering this load when we undertake a high volume endurance training program?

Some of the best endurance athletes we've worked with have been manual workers, but I’ve also seen a lot of burnout and injury as a result.

It’s not a question of can it be done, but more how it can be done to thrive in all aspects of your life.

(00:00) Introduction to The Strength for Endurance Podcast (00:41) Real-Life Stories: The Ultra Distance Athlete (01:31) The Importance of Quantifying Training Load (02:12) Challenges Faced by Manual Laborers (05:40) Addressing Mobility and Previous Injuries (09:41) Tailoring Training Programs for Individual Needs (11:45) The Role of Nutrition and Hydration (14:48) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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