When most people work out, they jump right from a resting state called Zone 1 cardio to Zone 3 cardio. But in skipping over Zone 2 cardio altogether, they miss out on a significant range of benefits to their health, fitness, and overall well-being.
Here to unpack why you need to make the relatively easy yet hugely beneficial form of exercise that is Zone 2 ... Show More
Feb 10
Ecclesiastes on Enjoying Our Weirdly Unsatisfying Lives
Of all the books in the Bible, Ecclesiastes is arguably the most philosophical. Dark, experiential, existential, and unsparingly honest about the human condition, it wrestles with work, money, ambition, pleasure, time, and death — and it does so in a way that feels uncannily mode ... Show More
55m 35s
Feb 3
How to Help Disengaged Young Men Reclaim Drive and Direction
Not long ago, the primary concern people had about boys was that they were wild, impulsive, and out of control — getting into fights, pushing limits, and stirring up trouble. Today, the problem has flipped. The more common challenge isn’t reckless behavior, but inert passivity. M ... Show More
44m 30s
Jan 27
The Click Effect — Inside the Science and Magic of Social Chemistry
We’ve all had that feeling — you meet someone new, and the conversation just flows. You’re in sync. You click. But what’s really happening when that magic occurs?My guest today is journalist Kate Murphy, author of Why We Click: The Emerging Science of Interpersonal Synchrony, and ... Show More
54m 6s
May 2022
The Science of High Intensity Interval Training with Alex Viada
In this episode of The Jordan Syatt Mini Podcast, I speak with owner of Complete Human Performance, Alex Viada, all about high intensity interval training. We discuss the who, what, when, where, and why's of high intensity interval training so you know exactly what to do (and how ... Show More
1h 13m
Jun 2024
Zone 2 Myths, Heart Rate vs. Effort, Heat Training, and Zone 3 with Brady Holmer
<p>Brady Holmer knows a lot about running and a lot about science: a perfect combo for a conversation on the show.</p> <p>Brady is a lifelong endurance athlete who competed in cross country and track at the collegiate level. He currently works as a science writer and researcher, ... Show More
1h 15m
May 2023
The Secret to Longevity and Improved Athletic Performance: Zone 2 Training
<p>In this enlightening conversation, Mary Daphne and Greg explore the concept of Zone Two Training, a favorite among professional athletes, and explain how to identify it through your heart rate. They delve into the practical implications of this training zone, discussing how it ... Show More
15m 37s
May 2023
The Science of Cardiovascular Training | What Does Zone 2 Really Mean?
In this episode, we dive into the science of cardiovascular training. We get into heart rate zones, how to test max heart rate, what metcon workouts actually train, threshold training, multimodal cardio for non running athletes, and more! . Learn more about Program Design 101: ht ... Show More
29m 23s
Jun 2024
How & Why to Strengthen Your Heart & Cardiovascular Fitness
In this episode, I discuss the critical importance of building a strong heart and how to do it. I explain why the human body needs to breathe, the importance of cardiorespiratory fitness for sleep and exercise recovery, and its long-term implications for physical health, disease ... Show More
1h 58m
Feb 2024
2448: Cardio vs. Weight Training: Which Is Best For Weight Loss? AND How To Cope With Injury by Chalene Johnson
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Episode 2448:
Chalene Johnson explores the debate between cardio and weight training for achieving weight loss goals. Johnson advoc ... Show More
11m 24s
Jan 2020
3 Cardio Workouts to Maximize Your Time & Results
It doesn't matter if you use the treadmill, elliptical or the stationary bike; if you exercise indoors, or outdoors; if you are a beginner, or advanced athlete. There is a method to the madness! If you want to get the very most out of your cardio workouts in the way of more calor ... Show More
27m 48s