Heart Rate Zone Training: Fat Loss, Speed Improvement & Half Marathon Tips with Debbie Potts

In this episode of The Best You Podcast, we sit down with Debbie Potts, a seasoned athlete and expert in heart rate zone training. Debbie shares her extensive knowledge on how to optimize your workouts for fat loss, improve your speed, and achieve a faster half marathon time. We delve into the specifics of heart rate zones, discuss ideal rest periods after running intervals, and explore the best post-run nutrition strategies.

Key Takeaways:

●      Fat Loss: Discover which heart rate zone is most effective for burning fat.

●      Speed Improvement: Learn how to train to enhance your speed.

●      Half Marathon Tips: Get strategies for running a faster half marathon.

●      Interval Training: Understand the ideal rest periods after running intervals of 20 sec, 60 sec, and 5 minutes.

●      Post-Run Nutrition: Find out what to eat after a long run and how quickly to consume it for optimal recovery.

Debbie Potts brings her wealth of experience as a top age group triathlete, 15-time Ironman finisher, and multiple Boston Marathon qualifier to this insightful conversation. Her personal journey through METABOLIC CHAOS® offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to train smarter and healthier.

Don't miss this episode filled with actionable tips and expert advice. Tune in to get closer to your Best You!

Topics Discussed:

Heart Rate Zone Training 4:36

How to Get the Most Out of Cardio 18:08

Fueling Before and After Training 35:58

Fueling Your Body Regularly 39:24

Links:

www.debbiepotts.net

The Fit & Healthy Athlete Podcast: https://debbiepotts.net/fit-and-healthy-athlete-podcast/

How Much Zone 2 vs. HIIT vs. Strength Training should you do:

https://youtu.be/Yf4bHJeOdog?si=N8LyL7UPQzYU7WU1

Strategic Carb Timing for Endurance Athletes: https://youtu.be/LbqBbafw98M?si=Nla1nyALUIm2F8UP

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