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Aerobic Threshold and the Benefits of Zone 3 with John Davis, PhD

The Strength Running Podcast

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Know Your Threshold: The Key to Efficient Training

Understanding the aerobic threshold, or LT1, is crucial for optimizing performance. This threshold represents the point at which oxygen consumption begins to rise significantly, and blood lactate levels, while elevated, remain stable. Above this intensity, there is a loss of efficiency in slow twitch muscle fibers, necessitating the recruitment of additional muscle fibers to maintain speed. Recognizing and training within these physiological limits helps athletes maximize endurance and improve overall fitness.

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