Performance Intelligence Podcast #116 The Science of Heart Rate Training & How to Get Better Results in Half the Time - Dr Tom Buckley & Andrew May
Nov 27, 2024
Dr. Tom Buckley, an Associate Professor at Sydney University and coach to elite endurance athletes, discusses the science behind heart rate training. He reveals how to optimize workouts by understanding heart rate responses, emphasizing the main benefits during recovery. Buckley explains the importance of training in specific heart rate zones, particularly Zone 2, and offers practical tips for using heart rate monitors effectively. He also highlights the unique nature of heart rate responses in individuals, advocating for personalized training approaches.
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Early Heart Rate Monitors
- In the 1980s, athletes used bulky Polar heart rate monitors, but they didn't understand the data.
- The 1990s saw chest straps become more common, giving athletes personal heart rate data.
Future of Heart Rate Training
- Dr. Buckley envisions heart rate training shifting from prescribed power output to measured power as an output.
- This approach focuses on the body's response rather than rigid training plans.
Heart Rate as Primary Metric
- Dr. Buckley observes a shift back to heart rate as the primary training metric for elite athletes.
- This contrasts with the previous focus on prescribed power or pace, regardless of the athlete's condition.
