How To Run Fast and Stay in Zone 2 Heart Rate

The 1% Better Runner | DLake, Mike Trees & Friends - A podcast by Daren DLake

Is it possible to run faster with a low heart rate? Here's how it works.Download the free 1% Better runner 30 day plan to run faster with a low heart rate Want to take your running to the next level while avoiding burnout? This will help you.In this episode, you'll join me on a journey through Zone 2 training—learning how to build endurance, improve speed, and keep your heart rate in check. We’ll dive into the details of low heart rate training, covering everything from warm-ups to ideal fueling strategies. Whether you’re training for a marathon or simply want to optimize your daily runs, this guide will help you unlock a new level of performance with ease.Timestamps[00:00] - Introduction to the City Marathon Training Group[00:24] - Overview of Zone 2 Training for Endurance[01:05] - Goal Setting: The Maffetone Test[01:30] - Warm-Up Routine and Importance[03:14] - Sliding Into High Zone 2[05:11] - The Progression Pyramid and Its Benefits[07:38] - Understanding Zone 2 Efficiency in Training[09:30] - The Role of Specificity in Training at High Zone 2[13:16] - How Fueling Impacts Long Run Recovery[15:15] - Final Thoughts on the 1% Consistency PrincipleKey IdeasRunning in Zone 2 can improve endurance and speed without risking burnout.A well-structured warm-up is essential to transition smoothly into low-intensity running zones.Combining heart rate and effort levels helps maintain optimal pace throughout long runs.Links & LearningsDownload the free 1% Better runner 30 day plan to run faster with a low heart rate Watch & Read the episode hereMAF Runs explainedNorwegian Method - Jakeb Ingebrigsten’s Double Threshold Training SessionThe One Percent Better Runner NewsletterDLake Runs on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.