Concurrent Training is defined as the combination of resistance and endurance training in a periodized program to maximize all aspects of physical performance. In simple terms this can mean training multiple different types of training qualities within the same phase, or even the same workout. Given this broad definition concurrent training can take on a lot of different forms:
A soccer player who is spending time each day on the field, in the weight room, and doing road work in order to improve their sport specific skills, gain muscle, and improve their speed and endurance;
A 'hybrid athlete' who competes in regional powerlifting competitions and local 5k running races; or
A Crossfit competitor who needs to improve a vast array of physical qualities simultaneously for their sport.
The pros of concurrent training are that you can improve on more things as once without as much compartmentalization. The cons are that while training different qualities simultaneously they can compete with o…
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