Elevating Your Game with a Simple Strength Program for Endurance Athletes

Why Endurance Athletes Need Strength Training

Many endurance athletes skip the weight room, worried about gaining "bulk" or taking time away from cardio. But research consistently shows that strategic strength training improves performance and prevents injury.

The Minimal Effective Dose

You don't need to spend hours lifting weights. Just two 30-45 minute sessions per week can:

The Core Movements

Lower Body

Upper Body

Core

Sample Weekly Schedule

Day 1: Lower Body Focus

Day 2: Upper Body + Core

Timing Your Strength Work

Schedule strength sessions on easy days or after key workouts, never before. Your body needs fresh legs for hard cardio sessions.