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
Jun 2
Built to Walk — How Modern Shoes and Weak Feet Are Holding You Back
Walking is one of the most powerful health tools we have. It improves cardiovascular fitness, boosts mood, sharpens cognition, and can even be a predictor of how well you'll age. But all those benefits depend on something we rarely think about until it starts hurting: our feet.Fo ... Show More
58m 51s
May 19
Inside With the Old Breed — A Conversation With Eugene Sledge’s Son
With the Old Breed is widely considered one of the greatest war memoirs ever written. Penned by Eugene Sledge, a Marine who fought with the 1st Division — the old breed — in the Pacific campaigns of Peleliu and Okinawa, the book is unflinching, deeply human, and so vividly writte ... Show More
58m 52s
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