Strength Training

[JoeX]

@alexstenerson

Any resources on what percentages to work at?

StrongLifts 5×5 Workout Program: The Definitive Guide | StrongLifts

Essentially start at half your 5 rep max, or if you’re new like me, start with an empty bar (20kg).

I worked up to Chads L2 targets:

Maintenance for weight lifting

Welcome Mitch, I’m guessing that you’re used to lifting much heavier than necessary for triathletes then? Chad’s targets are 1x5, and for an 80kg male as below: L2 Targets 60 Squat 30 Overhead Press 80 Deadlift 45 Bench 45 Barbell Row 10 Pull Up I’m above these goals in 5x5, but it’s become a struggle after a hard run session. You need four hours before bike, or after run IMO. Swim can be affected by the OH Press in my experience. I plan to back off the Row and Bench, but …