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Enjoy this wonderful conversation with an old friend about life as a man, personal growth, loss, trauma, and love. Learn more about Nic here: https://www.liberationmentor.com/about-nic-gregoriades/
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What is zone 2?
Zone 2 is a heart rate zone based on the Maffetone formula. Roughly calculated as 180 minus your age times 0.90. In Zone 2 training you don’t want to go above that number. The goal of Zone 2 training is to improve your aerobic fitness.
How effective is zone 2?
The lower your heart rate, the more effective is your heart at pumping blood. There’s a genetic component to your heart rate. It doesn’t make sense to compare yourself to other people. A zone 2 workout might be a 2.5-hour speed walk. Zone 2 Training might seem boring at first.
What is Mike's main priority?
Cardiac health and longevity are Mike’s main priorities right now. When he was younger, he was mostly concerned with his look. “You are only as old as your arteries” Dr. Brett Osborn. Bloodflow impacts everything. From cognitive function to erectile function, and general health.
How long should I walk in Zone 2?
The lower your heart rate, the more effective is your heart at pumping blood. A zone 2 workout might be a 2.5-hour speed walk. Zone 2 Training might seem boring at first. You can combine that with audiobooks or podcasts. Mike sees it as also training patience and willpower. 80-20 Training. 80% of your workouts should be in Zone 2.
What is Zone 2 training?
From cognitive function to erectile function, and general health. The goal of Zone 2 training is to improve your aerobic fitness. It was scientifically shown that as your aerobic fitness increases, your heart health and mitochondrial function increase. The lower your heart rate, the more effective is your heart at pumping blood.
Why did Mike use a Whoop Band?
Using a Whoop Band allowed Mike to see the impact of alcohol on his heart and recovery. It doesn’t mean that he stops drinking altogether. “It’s all about living better through data, It’s all about making better choices” Mike Cernovich.
Does Mike Hiit workout make you throw up?
A real Tabata Workout would make you throw up every time. Mike only does that once a week now. Your body produces more lactate acid than it can clear, making you throw up.
