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Does Zone 2 Actually Matter for Runners? Debunking Myths and Answering Your Top Zone 2 Running Questions
Manage episode 487327668 series 3455472
Are you confused about all the zone 2 chatter on social media? Do you experience frustration when you try to run and your watch tells you running in zone 3 despite it feeling easy? There is so much information about zone 2 and running - and some of it is correct, some of it is over-simplified, and some is over-exaggerated.
In this episode, you will learn what exactly zone 2 is - and how much it actually matters for running. We answer your questions about zone 2 and dispel myths about zone 2.
You will learn:
✅ Different tests and formulas to accurately calculate your zone 2
✅ If you need to use heart rate for easy runs
✅ If new runners should worry about heart rate zones
✅ Variables that can impact your heart rate while running
✅ Why zone 2 is not the only training zone that matters
✅ The importance of fueling during long zone 2 runs
✅ How to manage hills during easy runs
Thank you to our sponsors:
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Let’s stay connected:
➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning
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➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/
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127 episodes
Manage episode 487327668 series 3455472
Are you confused about all the zone 2 chatter on social media? Do you experience frustration when you try to run and your watch tells you running in zone 3 despite it feeling easy? There is so much information about zone 2 and running - and some of it is correct, some of it is over-simplified, and some is over-exaggerated.
In this episode, you will learn what exactly zone 2 is - and how much it actually matters for running. We answer your questions about zone 2 and dispel myths about zone 2.
You will learn:
✅ Different tests and formulas to accurately calculate your zone 2
✅ If you need to use heart rate for easy runs
✅ If new runners should worry about heart rate zones
✅ Variables that can impact your heart rate while running
✅ Why zone 2 is not the only training zone that matters
✅ The importance of fueling during long zone 2 runs
✅ How to manage hills during easy runs
Thank you to our sponsors:
➡️ BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/
➡️ Previnex: Previnex creates clinically effective, third-party tested supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com
Let’s stay connected:
➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning
➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/
➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/
➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/
➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en
➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/
References:
PMID: 31045681
PMID: 24408353
PMID: 35661059
PMID: 39616560
PMID: 26578968
127 episodes
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