Category Archives: Heart Rate

Maximize your workout: Intervals made easy

Posted on July 8, 2013 by admin

If there’s one cardio “must” I’m always preaching, it’s interval training–basically, varying the pace of your workouts as a proven method for boosting fitness and maximizing benefits.  I’ve already gone on and on about the benefits in previous posts, and … Continue reading →

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Heart Rate Training made simple

Posted on March 11, 2013 by admin

My spin class regulars have heard me speak about the dangers of going all out, all the time–how it can lead to  injury, illness, and over training. On the other hand you don’t want to be that guy I saw … Continue reading →

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High Intensity Interval and Time Trial Classes

Posted on January 24, 2013 by admin

Great job to the Thursday Spinning class on hitting those High Intensity Intervals today! Remember–in Tuesday’s class we’re doing our monthly 30 Minute Time Trial–a great opportunity to calibrate your heart rate monitor to your specific training zones. Read all … Continue reading →

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Riding with heart (rate)

Posted on December 12, 2012 by admin

  In every Spinning class you’ll hear me refer to the suggested effort level for a particular interval, stated as a % of your max effort/max heart rate and comparing it to an everyday activity: 60%– Easy warm up or cool down … Continue reading →

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High Intensity Intervals & Ironman Inspiration!

Posted on November 1, 2012 by admin

Hi gang! Good work to everyone who tackled those high intensity (or Tabata) intervals this morning. As promised, here’s a link to a great article from Active.com that talks about the benefits of high intensity training. Named for Japanese researcher … Continue reading →

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When is less of a workout more?

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

When we’re hitting intervals! You’ve heard me say it many times:  interval training is the best way to burn fat and boost fitness–and the science proves it.  In fact, shorter interval workouts can be more effective than much longer workouts … Continue reading →

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Are you overtrained?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

Do you NEVER miss a workout, seven days a week?  Do you feel the need to CRUSH IT every time, making every workout a high-intensity sufferfest?  You’re likely doing your body more harm than good! Check out this great article … Continue reading →

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