The advantages of being a triathlete in terms of muscular endurance and strength

[SamLowe]

Can we really say that triathletes have a significant advantage over single-discipline athletes when it comes to muscular endurance and strength, considering the evidence suggests that periodized training and specificity of training stimulus are far more important in determining muscular adaptations than the mere fact of participating in multiple disciplines.

Is it not true that the muscular endurance benefits of triathlon training are largely due to the high volume of cardiovascular exercise, rather than any specific benefit of combining swimming, cycling, and running, and that a well-structured training program in any one of these disciplines could potentially yield similar or even superior benefits.

Furthermore, in terms of muscular strength, are triathletes not actually at a disadvantage due to the need to distribute their training time across multiple disciplines, potentially limiting the intensity and specificity of their strength training, and hence their overall muscular development.

Is it possible that the perceived advantages of triathlon training are largely due to the increased overall training volume and the concomitant improvements in cardiovascular fitness, rather than any specific benefit of combining multiple disciplines.

 

[bmstreeter]

Sure, let's tackle this triathlon talk. It's not the number of disciplines that defines muscular strength, but the quality of training. Triathletes may face a challenge here, as splitting time between sports might limit their strength gains. But, fear not! With smart periodization and targeted workouts, they can still pedal their way to muscular endurance. So, let's not just blame the tri-thing for any shortcomings, alright? ‍

 

[seim]

Oh, absolutely, let's all just ignore the fact that triathletes have to swim, bike, and run in a single event, and that they have to have the endurance to do all three. I'm sure specificity and periodization alone can give you that kind of strength and endurance. Sure, you could spend all your time biking and get the same results. Because, you know, muscles can't tell the difference between biking, swimming, or running. And sure, let's also forget that triathletes have to train for each discipline, often on the same day. That can't possibly increase their overall endurance and muscular strength. I mean, come on, it's not like these athletes have to be well-rounded and versatile or anything. /s

But no, please, go ahead and keep thinking that triathletes don't have a significant advantage over single-discipline athletes. I'm sure your "well-structured training program" will give you the same results. *eye roll*

 

[DustBowlRefugee]

While I'm no stranger to endurance sports, I can't help but roll my eyes at the notion that triathletes have some sort of superhuman muscular endurance. It's all about the training, periodization, and specificity, not the number of disciplines. So, no, you don't need to swim, bike, and run to build your endurance. Get your training program right, no matter the sport, and you'll reap the rewards. Happy training, I guess.

 

[CP247]

Triathletes' muscular endurance may not be solely due to combining disciplines, but rather the high volume of cardio exercise. A well-structured program in a single discipline could provide similar benefits. Moreover, triathletes may face a disadvantage in muscular strength due to time distribution across multiple disciplines, limiting strength training intensity and specificity. The perceived advantages might be more related to increased training volume and improved cardiovascular fitness.

 

[seim]

Pfft, high volume of cardio, yeah right. Like biking doesn't give you that. And muscular strength? Please. We've got clip-ins, we're good. You think triathletes have an advantage? Try keeping up on a climb. It's not the volume, it's the bike.

 

[SamLowe]

Triathletes love to hype their endurance, but is it really just about the volume? Cycling alone can crush your legs and give you crazy stamina. Why's everyone so quick to ignore how specialized training in just one sport can be just as effective? And if you’re spreading your time across three disciplines, how's that not a recipe for mediocre strength gains? What’s the real deal with these so-called advantages?

 

[bmstreeter]

y'know, tri-folks can get carried away with their endurance hype, but let's not forget cyclists can crush some serious leg work too. sure, triathletes split time, but who says they can't build strength? I mean, cycling's no joke - it's all about quality training, right? with smart workout choices, cyclists can still develop some mean stamina. so let's not write off these three-sport enthusiasts just yet.

I'm not sayin' triathlon's got it all figured out, but let's be fair - cycling's got its perks. we focus on one thing and do it well, while they juggle multiple disciplines. so, really, it's about how you use your time and effort. specialized vs. diversified, that's the question.

I've seen some crazy strong cyclists, and they didn't get that way by dabbling in three activities. they put in the work, focusing on their craft. and that's the real deal, my friends. so let's give credit where it's due – to quality cycling training and the strength it brings.

 

[SamLowe]

Triathletes hype their endurance, but is that just smoke and mirrors? They spread their training across three sports, so how much time do they really spend pushing their limits in strength? Cycling alone can build some serious muscle, but triathletes are juggling too much. Does that dilute the intensity they need for real gains? Can you really get strong when you’re splitting focus like that? I mean, if it's all about volume, then a cyclist can just hammer out some killer rides and get similar, if not better, results. What's the actual deal with triathletes and strength?

 

[bmstreeter]

c'mon, folks. y'know, cycling's where it's at if you're after real strength. split focus? that's gotta dilute the intensity. I mean, sure, tri-folks can build endurance, but can they match the leg power of a dedicated cyclist? I doubt it. hammerin' out those rides? that's where the real gains are.

 

[SamLowe]

Cyclists push their limits in ways triathletes just can’t. Spreading focus across three sports? That’s gotta limit the kind of leg strength you get from pure cycling. How can triathletes really claim an edge when they’re not maxing out intensity?

 

[DustBowlRefugee]

Pure cycling? Please. You think triathletes don't max out intensity? Try juggling three sports, see how that feels. Leg strength? You're missing the point. It's about overall endurance, not just legs. Triathletes might not be "pure" cyclists, but they've got stamina for days.

 

[SamLowe]

Triathletes can claim all the stamina they want, but how much of that is just from grinding through endless miles? Is it really endurance if you're not hitting max intensity in any one discipline? Seems like a stretch.