EP 615: Zone 2 Training: The Key to Improve Endurance and Recovery

Published: March 17, 2023, 5:23 a.m.

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one 2 training is one of the keys for injury-free longevity and improved performance.

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Dr. Mark Cucuzzella rejoins The Nation to help us understand what zone 2 training is and how it can benefit us as endurance athletes.\\xa0 Dr. Cucuzzella is an experienced runner and TRN\\u2019s resident MD.\\xa0 He provides valuable insights and practical tips on how to incorporate zone 2 training into our routine.

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 How does training in zone 2 improve aerobic capacity, fat utilization and endurance?

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 How to determine your individual zone 2 heart rate or power zone?

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 How to structure a zone 2 training session: duration, intensity and frequency

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 Strategies to maintain zone 2 training intensity and avoid pushing too hard

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 How to make zone 2 training more engaging and enjoyable

\\xb7\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0 How to balance zone 2 training with rest and recovery

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Visit Dr. Mark\'s running store, the first minimalist running specialty store in North America,\\xa0Two Rivers Treads. \\xa0Their staff can do video consultations and put you in the best shoe for your specific physiology.

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Make sure you watch his\\xa08:25 Video\\xa0that show the principles of natural running.

Be sure to spend some time learning at\\xa0The Natural Running Center\\xa0web site.

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