Coach's Corner
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The Real vs Smart VO2
Since your VO2 is associated with speed and intensity, if you do not perform regular hard workouts, your score will be affected and decrease. This is not the best formula as training programs often require periods of low intensity to develop different areas of your physiology
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What kind of Burner are you?
Whether you generate lactate ease or have the ultra athlete fat burning profile, we recommend getting your individual lactate curve assessed. 2 mmol or not 2 mmol? Should you train at the this magical number or not? The test takes about 1 hour to complete including a 30 min warm-up. Take the guesswork out of determining your best aerobic training zone this off-season. -
Changing your Metabolism by Zone 2 - LT1 Training
In order to train smarter, you need to know what is going on with your metabolism. Are you a good fat burner? Do you rely too much on glucose? Do you have an aerobic base? Getting fit does not have to include a weekly torture session! Training should be prescribed on an individual basis with the goal of longevity. -
Perservance. Lessons from a Champion
In a Nutshell In April of 2023 I was delighted to be named to the National Swimming Team to represent Canada at the Pan American Games in October 2023 in... -