Trang Nguyen is a Physiotherapist, Strength & Conditioning coach and host of the Athlete's Garage podcast. Trang has a particular interest working with endurance athletes at the end-stage of rehab.So today, we dive into ways you can implement or tweak your S&C sessions for optimization. Firstly, we discuss what a typical gym week would look like for a recreational runner, including frequency, intensity and exercise examples.Second, Trang focuses in on exercise dosages. Including sets, reps and the concept of periodization when preparing for a marathon.Next, we dive into what a runner should be 'feeling' during a particular set. This covers muscle activation, levels of muscle 'fatigue' and the answer might surprise you.Lastly, we answer a listener question around the best 'minimalism home S&C kit' and end with Trang's final 3 tips to optimize your S&C sessions.Here is the article referenced in the podcast: Muscle damage and muscle remodeling: No pain, Go gain?You can also find Trang at The Athlete's garage podcast, or you can click here to find her instagram. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

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