Category: Strength Training

Plateau Effect: 7 Ways to Overcome Training Stagnation in Endurance Sports

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-09-25

You train constantly, follow your training plan and maintain a healthy lifestyle, but suddenly you feel like you are no longer progressing in your running, cycling or triathlon training. This situation can be frustrating, but this is a natural phenomenon in the world of sports. All endurance athletes, from beginners to professionals, experience sooner or later a phase of stagnation in their training, also known as the ‘Plateau Effect’. Here are seven effective strategies to overcome this annoying stall in your performance.

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Strength training in endurance sports: how 2PEAK plans it in your schedule

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-02-01

Strength training can improve physical performance through targeted exercises on the muscles. Endurance training is complemented and supplemented by regular strength training, which increases performance levels and reduces the risk of injury. In this article, we examine the benefits of strength training in endurance sports and show you where to find suitable exercises.

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7 reasons to Run on a Treadmill

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-01-31

Not everyone enjoys indoor training, even though treadmill running has many advantages. Here are 7 reasons to run indoors during the colder months.

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Base training in Endurance sports

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-01-20

For endurance athletes, the winter season usually coincides with the so-called ‘base training’ phase. During this period, we work on the foundations of training in view of the planned main competition. In this article we describe what base training is, why it plays a key role in athletic preparation and how it is integrated by 2PEAK into the training plan.

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Strength training on the bike

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-08-09

Do you love cycling, want more strength in your legs, but don’t feel like lifting weights in the weight room? Then try low cadence for your next bike workout.

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Strength Training for Cyclists and Triathletes

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-05-05

Strength training is an excellent complement to endurance sports. Cyclists and triathletes now recognise that it is a fundamental part of training. Here we explain how to set up an effective strength training programme for cyclists and triathletes.

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What does “functional training” mean in endurance sports?

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-03-31

Following the triumph of “functional training” in the fitness scene, the term has once again become a topic of conversation, not least due to the Corona pandemic. But what does “functional training” mean – and what can endurance athletes learn from it?

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Strength Training for Runners

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-03-17

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.

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Strength training: free weights vs. machines?

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2021-10-18
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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?

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Strength Training for Amateur Swimmers

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2020-12-15

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.