Strength and Core Training

[Rick Hoffpauer]

In previewing the Ultra plan in prep for my IM goal in 2010 I noticed that there is really no mention of strength and core training. What is recommended for this?

[poweredbypeople]

I'm not sure how this "works into the plan," but if you're looking for applicable core based exercises one of the best programs I've found is on www.mtnathlete.com I use the hybrid training program. Thumb around the site and get back to me if you have any questions. Start light, there's nothing easy about it. Good luck.

[Mike Llerandi]

Hi Rick,

There's actually a group associated with that topic, which Nate monitors fairly frequently. I kept strength and core training out of the plan because people's needs and available resources/equipment/etc. are very diverse.

Hope that helps -- have fun with it!

Mike