BEHIND THE SCENES Look At Our Concurrent Training
Concurrent training means building strength and endurance at the same time within one program, instead of focusing on just one quality at a time. In this behind-the-scenes look at our new cycle, we walk through the science behind that approach and break down each track so you can choose the one that best fits your goals.
Key Takeaways
- Concurrent training develops strength and conditioning together in the same program, rather than chasing one goal in isolation.
- Garage Gym Athlete programming is built around concurrent training and organized into multiple tracks so you can match the work to your goals, schedule, and equipment.
- “Bare Bones” is a minimal-equipment option for athletes who want results without a fully stocked gym.
- Picking the right track comes down to your goals and what you can realistically train with each week.
A New Episode of The Garage Gym Athlete Podcast is up!
BEHIND THE SCENES Look At Our Concurrent Training
This week's episode is our New Cycle Webinar. Jerred does a deep dive on the science behind our programming and goes over each track. He gives an inside look on what each track will look like so you can choose which one will best fit your training goals/style. Make sure to stick around for the BIG announcement at the end!
What concurrent training actually means
Concurrent training is the practice of training more than one fitness quality—typically strength and endurance—in the same training block. For the everyday athlete, that's usually the goal: you want to be strong and have the engine to use that strength. Rather than spending months only lifting or only running, a well-built concurrent program weaves both together so you keep progressing on multiple fronts.
The trade-off people worry about is the “interference effect”—the idea that pushing hard on endurance can blunt strength gains, and vice versa. Thoughtful programming is what keeps that interference in check: sequencing sessions, managing total volume, and matching the work to your recovery. That's the behind-the-scenes work this episode walks through, and it's why the cycle is split into different tracks.
Choosing the track that fits you
Each track is built on the same concurrent foundation but tuned to different goals, schedules, and equipment levels—including a minimal-equipment Bare Bones option. The best track is the one you'll actually do consistently with the gear and time you have. If you want to follow programming built on these principles, you can explore the full Garage Gym Athlete membership and find the track that matches your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is concurrent training?
Concurrent training is developing two or more fitness qualities—most often strength and endurance—within the same program, rather than focusing on one at a time. It's the approach Garage Gym Athlete programming is built around.
Can you really build strength and endurance at the same time?
Yes. The main concern is the “interference effect,” where endurance work can compete with strength adaptations. Smart sequencing and volume management are what allow you to make progress on both, which is exactly what good concurrent programming is designed to do.
Which Garage Gym Athlete track should I choose?
Pick the track that fits your primary goal, your weekly schedule, and the equipment you have access to. The Bare Bones track, for example, is geared toward athletes training with minimal equipment.
Related reading from Garage Gym Athlete
- A Beginner's Guide to Concurrent Training
- The Benefits of Concurrent Training: How to Live Longer and Stronger
- Concurrent Training Vs. Hybrid Athlete: What's the Difference?
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IN THIS 41-MINUTE EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
- New Cycles
- Bare Bones
- Concurrent Training
- Behind The Scenes of Programming
- Different Tracks
- Tips For MYS
- Updates and Announcements
- And A LOT MORE!!
Garage Gym Athlete Workout of the Week
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To becoming better!
Jerred
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