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Does Zone 2 Actually Matter for Runners? Debunking Myths and Answering Your Top Zone 2 Running Questions

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Are you confused about all the zone 2 chatter on social media? Do you experience frustration when you try to run and your watch tells you running in zone 3 despite it feeling easy? There is so much information about zone 2 and running - and some of it is correct, some of it is over-simplified, and some is over-exaggerated.

In this episode, you will learn what exactly zone 2 is - and how much it actually matters for running. We answer your questions about zone 2 and dispel myths about zone 2.

You will learn:

✅ Different tests and formulas to accurately calculate your zone 2

✅ If you need to use heart rate for easy runs

✅ If new runners should worry about heart rate zones

✅ Variables that can impact your heart rate while running

✅ Why zone 2 is not the only training zone that matters

✅ The importance of fueling during long zone 2 runs

✅ How to manage hills during easy runs

Thank you to our sponsors:

➡️ BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/

➡️ Previnex: Previnex creates clinically effective, third-party tested supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com

Let’s stay connected:

➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning

➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/

➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/

➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/

➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en

➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/

References:

PMID: 31045681

PMID: 24408353

PMID: 35661059

PMID: 39616560

PMID: 26578968

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Manage episode 487327668 series 3455472
Content provided by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, Amanda Brooks, and Laura Norris. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, Amanda Brooks, and Laura Norris or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Are you confused about all the zone 2 chatter on social media? Do you experience frustration when you try to run and your watch tells you running in zone 3 despite it feeling easy? There is so much information about zone 2 and running - and some of it is correct, some of it is over-simplified, and some is over-exaggerated.

In this episode, you will learn what exactly zone 2 is - and how much it actually matters for running. We answer your questions about zone 2 and dispel myths about zone 2.

You will learn:

✅ Different tests and formulas to accurately calculate your zone 2

✅ If you need to use heart rate for easy runs

✅ If new runners should worry about heart rate zones

✅ Variables that can impact your heart rate while running

✅ Why zone 2 is not the only training zone that matters

✅ The importance of fueling during long zone 2 runs

✅ How to manage hills during easy runs

Thank you to our sponsors:

➡️ BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/

➡️ Previnex: Previnex creates clinically effective, third-party tested supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com

Let’s stay connected:

➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning

➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/

➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/

➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/

➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en

➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/

References:

PMID: 31045681

PMID: 24408353

PMID: 35661059

PMID: 39616560

PMID: 26578968

  continue reading

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