Beginner Triathlete - Strength Training articles

How do you work legs (squats etc...) and still ride the bike 3 times a week? I don't think I could do much of anything for 1-2 days after I do legs!

A correct strength training program increases strength in the muscles, joints, and connective tissues. This should lead to greater stability and fewer injuries.

Without paying a personal trainer or a PT on a regular basis, is there a regimen of exercises I can do to strengthen all around?

I’m a 240lb man, and I run relatively long distances. How would you recommend training for marathon and IM distances as heavy as I am?

Today, exercise physiologists are intently researching the best ways to build muscles — without steroids, that is! This article touches upon the science of eating to build muscles.

I don't really strength train (because I never have and don't really know much about it) and feel like my lack of upper body strength is the reason why I'm not getting faster.

A strong core will allow you to keep optimal body alignment for whatever you’re doing (swim, bike or run), and this in turn will reduce your fatigue in the long run.

Train your core! The following program is designed for an in-season triathlete, can be done anywhere and with no equipment.

Most of us have hectic personal and work schedules. In fact, to fit in our training it is often a daily achievement!

Depending on when your competitive season is or when your "big event" is, you need to alter your plan so it augments your endurance and skill training, while getting you ready for competition.

Can you triathlon train AND strength train for mass?

The program necessary to put on muscle.