THERE are defining moments in an athlete’s career when aspects of training are ramped up a notch in order to progress to the next level. It may be the addition of plyometrics or weight training, core stability sessions or assisted stretching that provide a platform for improvement. Or it could be the leap to training twice a day.
Doubling up your daily sessions can seem daunting, but on p46 David Lowes runs through the practicalities and the pros and cons of increased training volume. It’s not for everyone, but Lowes’ overview will help you decide if it’s for you.
Elsewhere, high jumper Allan Smith is under the spotlight in our Athlete Insight feature, outlining the training he hopes will see him Rio-bound.