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Dr. Rhonda Patrick On Why Exercise Fuels The Brain, How Microplastics Poison The Body, & The Science Of Fitness

The Rich Roll Podcast

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Maximize Fitness with Smart Training

Many individuals struggle to meet the recommended physical activity levels due to time constraints, often only achieving the minimum two and a half hours of moderate exercise weekly. To effectively improve VO2 max and cardiorespiratory fitness, it's essential to incorporate a balanced regimen that includes both cardiovascular endurance training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Studies indicate that merely engaging in moderate zone two training may lead to a significant percentage of people, up to 40%, becoming non-responders, hindering their physiological gains. Thus, strategic training that embraces various intensity levels is crucial for achieving fitness improvement.

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