#141 - Volume Tolerance after Time Off

Legion Strength & Conditioning Podcast

Ever taken time off from training and found getting back to it feels like an uphill battle? In this episode, we dive into some of these challenges of returning to CrossFit competition and training after a layoff. Luke reflects on jumping back into a team competition after a five-year break, and Todd shares his journey of rebuilding post-Achilles injury. We discuss the hurdles of getting reacquainted with volume and intensity, dealing with unexpected cramping, and how to develop durability and resilience to help with this.

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Show Notes:

• [1:00] Luke’s return to CrossFit competition
• [6:15] When general training doesn’t transfer over
• [7:45] Carryover for different populations and beginners
• [10:30] When specificity in training becomes essential
• [12:45] Todd’s Achilles recovery and return to training
• [15:00] Managing cramping in competitions and high-volume sessions
• [23:00] Building your threshold for volume and intensity
• [27:00] The endurance component of team competitions