The most effective exercise approach looks nothing like what most people do
Exercise is one of the most powerful health interventions available, but more exercise is not always better exercise, and the confusion between the two accounts for a significant proportion of poor fitness outcomes, injuries, and the frustrating plateau that stops many motivated people from progressing. The science of how the body adapts to physical training […]
What is zone 2 training and why does everyone suddenly want it
Zone 2 is one of the most talked-about fitness concepts in both elite athletic and longevity medicine circles, and the reasons it has crossed over into mainstream culture are worth understanding carefully. At its core, it refers to a specific intensity range of aerobic exercise, roughly 60 to 70 percent of maximum heart rate, at […]
Fitness genes linked to lower disease risk
A growing body of research is shedding light on the connection between genetics, fitness, and long term health. A recent study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise suggests that some people may be biologically predisposed to higher levels of fitness, which could also be tied to a reduced risk of certain diseases. […]