Actually that’s not totally accurate. I’ve been learning about the importance of Zone 2 cardio from people like Dr. Attia and Brady Holmer and I’m sure that had an effect as well.
That's where I do the vast majority of my running (although I'll stretch to 75% HR). Makes it so much more pleasant and consistent -- I can go everyday if I want. I actually set my 5k PR training at that pace several years ago.
HR automatically adjusts my pace based on fatigue, illness, etc, too.
The surprising part though is how hard it can be to get to the target zone on days I feel good.
I’m not totally sure, honestly. As much as I read and write about fitness, I’m still fairly intuitive about workouts. If I want to stop something, I do. If I want to try something, I usually do.
9 miles! Well done. Also, I like your description of sprints: "short-and-miserable".
😂 accurate description, unfortunately
I know giving up running was a big change... Anything specific that incentivised incorporating it back in?
Actually that’s not totally accurate. I’ve been learning about the importance of Zone 2 cardio from people like Dr. Attia and Brady Holmer and I’m sure that had an effect as well.
That's where I do the vast majority of my running (although I'll stretch to 75% HR). Makes it so much more pleasant and consistent -- I can go everyday if I want. I actually set my 5k PR training at that pace several years ago.
HR automatically adjusts my pace based on fatigue, illness, etc, too.
The surprising part though is how hard it can be to get to the target zone on days I feel good.
Interesting. What do you use to monitor?
Garmin 935 watch. Wrist HRM. Intended to use a chest strap with it, but surprisingly accurate as is and no friction getting out the door.
I’m not totally sure, honestly. As much as I read and write about fitness, I’m still fairly intuitive about workouts. If I want to stop something, I do. If I want to try something, I usually do.