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Zone 2 training: definition
Zone 2 training is steady, low-to-moderate intensity aerobic exercise — typically a pace where you can still hold a conversation — used to build aerobic base and mitochondrial capacity.
Zone 2 training, explained
Definitions vary (by heart rate, lactate or talk test). Many training programs combine a large volume of zone 2 with smaller amounts of high-intensity work.
Why it matters
It's an accessible way to build endurance and support metabolic health.
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