2PEAK Knowledge Base
Everyone needs strength, that’s clear. But should you train strength on machines, with free weights or with your own body weight? Does strength training come before or after running? How long does it take to recover from muscle training? Here is an overview of the different options.
Targeted strength training is crucial in competitive sports, but it also has its place in health and fitness training. Opinions differ on the type of “correct” strength training. Should you use free weights or machines?
Extra training for swimmers: shoulder, chest and arm muscles can be trained well in the weight room. We explain what to look out for during training.
High-intensity indoor training is fun and improves your fitness. The 2PEAK Training Program not only gets you safely through the winter but also makes you stronger and more versatile.
If you want to cross-country ski faster, you have to increase the cadence from time to time during training. We show how.
The most important thing in cross-country skiing is a clever mix of different training contents. This is how you get in shape quickly and efficiently.
How did professional runner Viktor Röthlin design his strength training? Which muscle groups should marathon runners pay special attention to?
Swimming pools and the gyms are often closed. It is also currently recommended to stay home whenever possible. Therefore, we have compiled a few sports-specific exercises for your own four walls.
Working out indoors is not the most pleasant thing for most cyclists. But engaging in it allows for very specific and effective workouts.
Musculature is an important performance-limiting factor in endurance sport. Read on, to see how you can train your musculature optimally.