Timing of endurance training vs heavy lifting days

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First, thank you for the incredible seminar in Brooklyn. The quality and quantity of information and coaching offered is not only very high, but a great value as well.

How is it best to program endurance training in relation to heavy lifting days?
Specifically, I have one day where comp squat is the main exercise and one day on which I bicycle long distances (by June 100 miles, ~6-7 hours). Should these be as widely spaced apart as possible or close together?

I can imagine riding the day after squats (currently what I do, but still at only 40 miles and low intensity), but might can’t really imagine squatting the day after a century.

I realize the riding will compromise strength gains, but I love riding.

Also, I’m in week 6 of HLM and am wondering what you would recommend next. Have 10 pounds left to lose, and am hopeful of some strength gains after getting on maintenance calories.

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Bob,

Thanks for the kind words and for attending the seminar. It was great to have you!

As far as when to put in a long ride, I typically have folks do that on the weekend out of convention and typical schedules. I would prefer this to be on Saturday and then have your priority squat on Tuesday, doing days 1 and 2 on Tuesday and Weds, then Day 3 on Friday.

As far as what’s next, I’d do the powerbuilding template that’s about to come out!

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Thank you.
I look forward to seeing the new powerbuilding template