When it comes to medicine, many older people take a lot. But, one medicine you need to take is exercise! Exercise is a powerful tool to help you manage disease and lessen it's impact on your body.Get Your FREE Zone 2 Quickstart Guide!:

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If you're 40 or older you need to stop training like you're 20! You need to change your training as you age in order to help your body remain strong and healthy into old age.

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If you are near age 40 or older you need to be exercising in order to help your body resist age-related decline. Learn what happens to your body as you get older and how to fight back and increase the odds that you will have lifelong strength and health!

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Are you doing your zone 2 training at the wrong intensity? The benefits of Zone 2 training are huge but you need to train at the right intensity to get the best results. Many people assume that Zone 2 is always at a certain heartrate range and that may the wrong assumption. Fortunately there is an easy way to determine the best zone 2 training intensity for you so you can improve your fitness and long-term health!

We’ll discuss why zone 2 isn’t actually tied to a specific heart rate range, why depending on a heart rate zone calculator may be suboptimal, the best way to determine your zone 2 and how the talk test can help you dial in your zone 2 range.

Get Your FREE Zone 2 Quickstart Guide⁠ and start building your aerobic capacity for a longer and better life!

⁠Join The Fitness Roadmap Club on Strava! ⁠ Strava is a free to join social media fitness app. From running, walking, cycling and swimming to rowing, strength training, yoga, and pretty much any other activity, you can join the club and community of like minded “Roadmappers”!

Takeaways:

• Determining your Zone 2 workout range may require a reevaluation of your current methods.
• Heart rate is not the sole determinant of Zone 2 training; alternative approaches exist that may prove more effective.
• The Talk test serves as a practical means to ascertain if one is training in Zone 2 effectively.
• Relying solely on maximum heart rate calculations without a proper VO2 max test can lead to inaccuracies.
• The Maffetone method provides an alternative means of estimating Zone 2 ranges when maximum heart rate data is unavailable.
• Engaging in Zone 2 training necessitates a nuanced understanding of individual physiological responses and thresholds.

Clip of Inigo San-Millan talking about how Zone 2 is often at 70%-80% of Max HR: https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxI-ckwBMPZ8gOlZgtrmHoLoBV-zpe1iO2

Clip discussing how the "Talk Test" should sound": https://www.youtube.com/clip/UgkxFoOzpgGC6l3eevvc8f3Is0d_MmjEpw9F

Clip of me demonstrating how the talk test sounds: https://youtu.be/pMlJ2DYM6Ow

Article on 220-age calculation: https://www.asep.org/asep/asep/Robergs2.pdf

Maffetone Method Calculation: https://philmaffetone.com/180-formula/

Karvonen method Calculator: https://www.calculatorsoup.com/calculators/health/target-heart-rate-zone-calculator.php

The episode discusses the paramount importance of movement in our daily lives, emphasizing that a lack of physical activity can significantly impair our health. We explore the notion that with a few modest adjustments to our routines, we can enhance our activity levels, thereby fostering improved well-being and vitality. I present five straightforward strategies that individuals can implement immediately to integrate more movement into their day-to-day existence. These strategies are designed to be easily incorporated, requiring neither a complete lifestyle overhaul nor excessive time commitments. Ultimately, we aim to inspire listeners to embrace a more active lifestyle, reinforcing the idea that small, consistent changes can yield substantial benefits for health and longevity.

Takeaways:

• Incorporating short walks throughout your day can significantly enhance your mood and productivity levels.
• Engaging in physical activity during other tasks, known as 'sneaky workouts', promotes better circulation and cardiovascular health.
• Utilizing stairs instead of elevators serves not only to increase activity but also to bolster one's cardiovascular fitness.
• Setting a movement timer can effectively remind you to take necessary breaks, thereby preventing health issues such as obesity and diabetes.
• Parking farther away from your destinations encourages additional walking, leading to improved health outcomes over time.
• Choosing enjoyable activities for exercise is essential, as it fosters a sustainable and positive relationship with physical movement.

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Strava: Join The Fitness Roadmap Club on Strava! https://www.strava.com/clubs/thefitnessroadmap Strava is a free to join social media fitness app. From running, walking, cycling and swimming to rowing, strength training, yoga, and pretty much any other activity, you can join the club and community of like minded "Roadmappers"!

ZWIFT: Another app I use is ZWIFT. It's an indoor cycling and running app and if you have a membership you can follow me here. If you don't have a ZWIFT account but you want to check it out you can use this code to get a free 30-day trial.

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Getting injured is often viewed as something to be avoided at all costs, but Mark argues that a certain level of injury is an inevitable part of an active lifestyle. He shares his personal journey through various injuries, including runner's knee and tennis elbow, emphasizing that the consequences of inactivity can be more detrimental than minor injuries incurred while staying active. With over 45 years of experience in physical training, Mark reflects on how his focus has shifted from competitiveness to maintaining long-term health and mobility. He discusses the importance of addressing injuries wisely and learning from them, rather than fearing them. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to embrace an active lifestyle, recognizing that the benefits of being active far outweigh the occasional setbacks of injury.

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Takeaways:

• Avoiding all activity to prevent injuries can lead to worse health outcomes in the long run.
• Injuries are a natural part of an active lifestyle and shouldn't be feared excessively.
• Addressing injuries quickly and seeking qualified help can aid in faster recovery.
• Maintaining an active lifestyle is crucial for overall health and longevity, despite occasional injuries.
• Long-term health goals should focus on mobility and strength rather than short-term competitiveness.
• Incorporating proper warm-up and cool-down routines can help mitigate the risk of injuries.

Become Part of The Fitness Roadmap Community! Signup for the FREE Newsletter: https://thefitnessroadmap.com/newsletter/

Strava: Join The Fitness Roadmap Club on Strava! https://www.strava.com/clubs/thefitnessroadmap Strava is a free to join social media fitness app. From running, walking, cycling and swimming to rowing, strength training, yoga, and pretty much any other activity, you can join the club and community of like minded "Roadmappers"!

ZWIFT: Another app I use is ZWIFT. It's an indoor cycling and running app and if you have a membership you can follow me here. If you don't have a ZWIFT account but you want to check it out you can use this code to get a free 30-day trial.

Concept 2: If you have a Concept 2 rowing machine and/or you just want to see what I've been doing on the indoor rower you can follow me here and see all the recent activities I have done.

Send Me a Message: If you have a comment or suggestion for the podcast or website head over to https://thefitnessroadmap.com/contact/ and leave me a message.