It's important to keep working hard all through the year, avoiding a major reliance on Zone 2 training. This is why ...

Noticeable changes in heart rate, like a 6 to 10 percent drift, also signal aerobic decoupling, says Norris. For example, if ...

In the ever-evolving world of fitness, few approaches have garnered as much scientific support and real-world results as Zone 2 training. This cardiovascular sweet spot, characterized by moderate, ...

Hear me out: it’s time to get serious about your Zone 2 cardio. ICYDK, Zone 2 cardio refers to a type of steady-state aerobic workout that’s typically performed at an easy to moderate level of ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Zone 2 training is a type of cardio exercise where you use your heart rate as a guide to help you find the right intensity for your ...

MARTIN: Did you get a workout in this weekend? How'd it go? MARTÍNEZ: I got two. One was an easy one, and the second one was I put myself through the ringer. MARTIN: (Laughter) Excruciating. OK.

Plus, the surprising benefits of turning the intensity down a notch.

Shortening my intervals helped me focus on my cadence, transitions, heart rate, and pace, so I could run more efficiently and ...