Feature Events
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Mar 2/22 - Virtual Event,
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Hypothermic Half Marathon 2022: Jan - March
Mar 3/22 - Virtual and In-Person,
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Mizuno Midsummer 5k 2022 Presented by Smith Thompson Law LLP
Jul 9/22 - Edmonton, AB
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Ultra Night Run 2022 Sept 9 - 30th
Sep 30/22 - Virtual and In-Person,
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Heart Rate Training
Why Do Athletes Use Heart Rate Monitors?
- It takes the guesswork out of training.
- Ensures training intensities are optimal.
- Ensures you stay within your target zones.
Your heart rate monitor tells you how hard your heart is working in beats per minute which gives you a precise view of what's happening inside your body.
Description
Base Training — Your intensity should be 60-70% of your maximum heart rate.
Threshold Training — is between 70-80%
Speed Training — is between 80+%.
Purpose
Understand exercise intensity and the role heart rate monitors play in the fitness equation.
Objectives
After completing this module you will:
- Understand what exercise intensity is and why it should be measured or tracked during activity.
- Determine your estimated maximum heart rate and your personal target heart rate zone for exercise.
- Be able to measure how your body responds to cardiovascular activity.
