Richard Blagrove, PhD, is a lecturer in physiology and programme leader at Loughborough University. Richard has a background as a middle distance runner himself, and has done extensive academic and applied work in the field of strength and conditioning for middle and long distance runners.            IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -A new book co-edited by Richard, "The Science and Practice of Middle and Long Distance Running" -Programming and periodisation of strength training for endurance athletes -Workout structure for strength and conditioning sessions -Executing workouts and sets - how hard should you go?  -Plyometric training for runners and triathletes   SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts292/   SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/   SPONSORS: ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Visit zen8swimtrainer.com/tts for 20% off your order.   ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Richard's Twitter and Research Gate profiles Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running - book authored by Richard The Science and Practice of Middle and Long Distance Running - book co-edited by Richard Strength training episode archive RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/   CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at [email protected] or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.