Are you just going through the motions with your training? Superficially moving from one sessions to the other? Ticking off sessions in your training peaks account or coaching app? This is where athletes often go wrong. They become stale, there is a lack of focus, no visible progress, training is ineffective and many often get injured because they don’t see the imbalances starting to creep in. If you want to get more out of your performance you need to approach your training with more depth. How? Kriss shares more in todays episode. 00:45 The Importance of Reflecting on Your Performance 02:51 Understanding the Biomechanical Side of Your Training 04:36 The Role of Strength and Conditioning in Overcoming Weaknesses 06:06 The Impact of Biomechanical Flaws on Performance 07:03 The Importance of Consistent Strength and Conditioning 13:05 The Role of Feedback in Improving Performance 16:21 Conclusion: The Power of Reflective Training 17:24 Outro: Engaging with the Strength for Endurance Community Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

Kriss kicks off our 'Overtraining Series' with the topic of Energy Availability, specifically poor energy availability and the impact it can have upon athletes. A topic close to his heart, Kriss opens up about the impact that it’s had on his personal life and that of clients he’s worked with throughout his many years of coaching experience. We need to respect the fact that there is a wide spectrum to this topic, from those who perhaps naively don’t know how much fuel their body needs to train and perform, to other more serious cases which can see full blown clinical eating disorders, where professional help needs to be sought. A topic that once address and the correct support is given can resolve a lot of untold pain, health issues and poor performance. As athletes we need a better understanding of our physiology and the complete training approach such as: - The physiologcal importance of recovery - Daily energy demands vs what the athlete is currently doing - Detailed approach of how to integrate correct nutrition alongside work/study/training life - Challenging beliefs or misconceptions (i.e. lighter is faster, I 'need' to train everyday) Listen in as Kriss discusses more and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you resonate strongly with this topic or need help with where or who to look to for further help.

(00:43) Understanding Energy Availability in Endurance Training (01:04) The Dangers of Overtraining (03:29) Personal Experience with Energy Deficiency (08:01) The Consequences of Poor Energy Availability (08:38) The Journey to Recovery (13:26) The Importance of Understanding Your Body (18:24) Tips for Managing Energy Availability (25:52) Conclusion and Final Thoughts Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

Today Kriss and Sophie discuss the all important question of 'How many times can you peak in a year?' 'How many times across the year can you truly expect to get the most out of your body and push it to it's physical limits? Be it in a competitive environment or adventure type scenario, we can all get sucked into filling our calendars with the next most exciting races, however there needs to be planning, logic and most importantly a clear goal when it comes to each event if we want to execute things well and time after time. (00:53) Understanding the Concept of Peaking (01:36) The Importance of Setting A, B, and C Race Goals (02:42) The Role of Mental Preparation in Peaking (02:55) Defining and Understanding the Concept of Peaking (04:16) The Impact of Multiple Events on Peaking (05:14) The Importance of Recovery in Peaking (07:07) The Role of Training Experience in Peaking (13:51) The Importance of Strategy in Peaking (17:23) Understanding the Role of Event Type in Peaking (31:52) The Role of Psychology in Peaking (36:27) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Are you ticking off your weekly sessions consistently but failing to see any real results or changes in your performance? So many athletes get stuck in this 'rut' because their training is surface level. Todays podcast highlights 5 key areas that you should be considering, which will bring significant benefits to your training and in turn bring you closer to the results you're looking for. 00:44 Understanding Surface Level Training 01:45 Know Your Physiology 06:47 Identify Your Strengths and Weaknesses 08:44 Integrating Power, Speed, and Maximal Strength 11:40 The Importance of Recovery 13:04 Vision for Long-Term Training 15:04 Conclusion and Contact Information Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

Your S&C should be a non-negotiable weekly event. There should be a consistent undertone of ensuring that you are moving with good quality i.e. good symmetry, ROM, stability across your whole body. The intensity and complexity of your S&C will be defined by what phase of training you are currently in. Many people fail because either they have this stop start relationship with their S&C and so never find that level of consistency that gives them the true benefits or their level of enthusiasm is so high that they end up decimating themselves over time. Like everything, you should be nurturing your relationship with strength and conditioning so that you can get the most out of it. Any questions or if you're struggling to bring clarity and logic to your training send us a quick message to [email protected] (02:02) The Misconception of Off-Season in Endurance Training (02:44) The Role of Strength & Conditioning in Endurance Sports (04:06) The Comprehensive Nature of Strength & Conditioning (05:01) The Epidemic of Overtraining and Injury in Endurance Sports (06:10) Maintaining Good Movement Mechanics All Year Round (08:25) The Importance of Nutrition in Endurance Training (09:07) The Role of Periodization in Endurance Training (11:31) The Epidemic of Injury in Endurance Sports (12:22) The Importance of Recovery and Adaptation Time (15:13) The Importance of Consistency in Strength & Conditioning (16:30) Conclusion: The Secret to Endurance Success (19:13) Outro: The Mission of Strength for Endurance Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

Kriss reflects on two big days at The National Running Show. A great weekend at the UK’s flagship running exhibition. Kriss shares his insights regarding the conversations he had and possibly somewhat controversial, but honest nonetheless, his opinion on the the overall state of the industry.

P.S. Whenever you’re ready there are 3 ways you can work with us Strength For Endurance to overcome your pain and return to doing the things you at the level you want. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

Overtraining is the number one variable that is potentially being overlooked within the endurance coaching community. How many injuries are simply a result of excessive training volume & intensity? With little to no accountability in place for the other essential components of a holistic training program such as: - Adequate rest & recovery (adaptation time) - Significant Strength & Conditioning - Consistent Fuelling & Nutrition - Accountability & adjustments of training load Coaching is much more than just the prescription of exercise. There is now a responsibility for the coach to be providing guidance towards all aspects of their health & performance. Listen in to todays podcast to find out more. P.S. Whenever you’re ready there are 3 ways you can work with us Strength For Endurance to overcome your pain and return to doing the things you at the level you want. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

One of the most common sites of injury for any runner, triathlete or endurance athlete is the lower body, and more specifically below the knee. However the information and education around preventing and treating these types of injuries is still very generic and surface level. Advice such as "do more physio", "get stronger" or "get a run gait analysis" can leave many feeling more overwhelmed or unsure than before. Listen in to todays episode as Kriss goes into detail around the logical steps that you can be taking to get on top of you injury frustrations once and for all. Kriss refers to a few pieces of extra content during todays episode: Warm Up Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7HObAPrfqV52Pm7S3Wv0yQ?si=37c49f6259414934 Check out our ‘Foot Strength’ videos here: https://youtu.be/zxrPG9aYy2U?si=JwrbvBDGmASCfNdV

(00:23) Understanding the Purpose of Strength and Endurance (01:10) The Importance of Physical Fitness and Balance (02:47) Addressing Pain and Recurring Injuries (05:48) The Role of Mobility and Range of Motion (07:31) The Importance of Lower Body Strength (15:00) The Role of Plyometrics in Lower Body Strength (19:05) Conclusion and Final Thoughts P.S. Whenever you’re ready there are 3 ways you can work with us Strength For Endurance to overcome your pain and return to doing the things you at the level you want. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

It’s the lowest hanging fruit. Possibly one of the simplest changes you could make. But it’s a non-negotiable. Kriss shares the one thing that could change the scope of the next 12 months for you. As Kriss says in this weeks episode reach out if you’re looking for a little more guidance on this or any other aspect of your training. Send us an email at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram/Facebook. If you haven’t yet taken our Free Strength Analysis. It’ll take you no more than 10 minutes and no equipment other than your phone. Don’t forget we have two live Training course dates coming up soon, in London and Bath so book your place and take your knowledge and service to the next level. Our club webinar/workshop calendar is quickly filling up for 2024 so if your club are keen for us to come and take your members through everything 'S&C for Endurance' then get in contact via the website or [email protected] (00:44) The Importance of Warmup for Endurance Performance (01:36) Understanding the Role of Warmup in Injury Prevention (01:55) The Secret to Effective Warmup: Key Exercises and Drills (03:22) The Impact of Warmup on Long-Term Health and Performance (04:33) Practical Tips for Integrating Warmup into Your Routine (10:20) The Role of Warmup in Early Warning Detection (10:44) The Long-Term Strategy for Warmup and Performance (13:08) Conclusion and Call to Action P.S. Whenever you’re ready there are 3 ways you can work with us Strength For Endurance to overcome your pain and return to doing the things you at the level you want. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting

From our live community events to the big wins amongst our clients. Getting over long term injuries and backing up podium performances, 2023 has been a huge success of a year. We're so proud of the whole team who have helped achieve this, from our coaches to every one of our athletes, these wins come as a result of hard work, commitment and discipline. If you haven’t yet taken our Free Strength Analysis. It’ll take you no more than 10 minutes and no equipment other than your phone. Don’t forget we have two live Training course dates coming up early in the year, in London and Bath so book your place and take your knowledge and service to the next level. Our club webinar/workshop calendar is quickly filling up for 2024 so if your club are keen for us to come and take your members through everything 'S&C for Endurance' then get in contact via the website or [email protected]

(00:43) Reflecting on the Past Year (01:27) Acknowledging the Team (03:14) Highlighting Success Stories (04:17) Community Events and Gatherings (06:00) Launch of the Strength for Endurance Training Course (07:49) Success Stories: Overcoming Injuries and Achieving Goals (24:42) Upcoming Events and Opportunities (27:19) Conclusion and Farewell P.S. Whenever you’re ready there are 3 ways you can work with us Strength For Endurance to overcome your pain and return to doing the things you at the level you want. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - here Arm yourself with a level of knowledge you can call on at anytime. From choosing the best exercises, identifying the warning signs to prevent bigger issues developing or understanding what other factors you could be addressing to unlock your potential, we’ll give you the essential tools and resources. Join our SFE Program Pathway - here The proof is in our results and we’ve taken hundreds of individuals from a place of confusion & despair to a place of confidence and full recovery. Get the highest level of accountability, support, strategy and training starting with our 12 week program. Book a Consultation Call - here Podcast post-production by EZPZ Podcasting