Whether you’re planning to run a marathon, enter a cycle sportive or just want to hit your goals during your regular workouts, you need to put in the work to physically prepare your body and mind to make it to the finish line. But the good news is, it’s all about working smarter rather than harder. Here are some of the secrets PTs use with their clients for ultimate endurance.
Increase your strength
It can be hard to find the time and motivation for gym work when you’re clocking up the miles or training for an outdoor event, but it’s crucial for maintaining muscle mass and keeping your joints healthy. Increasing your overall strength will improve your performance and help you stay injury free. ‘Do hipdominant exercises to balance the stress on your knees, plus single-leg variations and core work [see Make Your Move, below],’ says PT Jean-Claude Vacassin, founder of W10 Performance Gym.
Treat your body
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