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Strength training after injury requires different goals than ordinary performance training. Learn how pain-free workout cycles, functional movement, contributing factors, and confidence guide a successful return to exercise. These four goals help you rebuild capacity before shifting your focus back to performance.
There are numerous problems facing people in living an active, healthy life, but it can be difficult to articulate the problem that needs to be solved. Let’s look at two people dealing with low back pain. One person bent over this morning to grab a pencil and now cannot stand up straight. The second person developed back pain years ago and stopped doing certain movements because of discomfort. The pain is still present daily and they use a combination of meds, massage, and chiropractic to keep big flares up away. Their problems are different despite both dealing with low back pain. The solutions are very different. The person who just hurt their back needs a diagnosis and a home plan targeting healing strategies and triggers. This may mean more frequent visits and removing anything that makes their symptoms worse. We will likely see this person a few times per week
Strength training for triathletes should improve performance without overwhelming recovery or interfering with swimming, cycling, and running. An effective program accounts for physical, tissue, and energy capacity while addressing injury history and limiting movement adaptations. Learn how to build a practical strength program that fits your training and supports long-term participation in the sport.
