Listen "Unpacking the Science of Exercise Intensity: Enhancing Your Fitness Routine"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textEver wondered if you're really maximizing your workouts? Today's show promises to turn your fitness routine on its head as we delve into the science of exercise intensity. Listen in for a dynamic discussion on the FITTs - Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type - and how these elements dictate the efficiency of your exercise prescription. We burst some common myths related to speed and minutes per mile as intensity measures, and spotlight the more effective ones like VO2 max and heart rate percentages.The conversation takes a practical turn when we share ways to measure intensity using heart rate and watts. For those of you with access to the right tools, we also touch on lactate analysis. As we wrap up the show, don't miss the detailed discussion on age-predicted heart rate formulas and their role in assessing workout intensity. Whether you're a personal trainer or a fitness enthusiast, this episode is chock-full of valuable insights to help you understand and implement effective workout strategies. Tune in for an education in exercise like no other!
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