Heart Rate in Summer

The RunRX Podcast

As the temperatures outside rise, how does it impact your heart rate? Tune in as we share practical advice for runners training in hot conditions.

Timestamps of big takeaways

Introduction to Heart Rate Concerns

[00:22] - Coach Caroline shares a personal experience with elevated heart rate while working in the heat.

Heat's Impact on Heart Rate and Performance

[00:02:08] - Discussion on how heat affects heart rate and performance, including the example of Olympic trials in Florida.

Heart Rate Zones and Efficient Running

[00:04:06] - Coach Valerie explains how learning efficient running techniques can initially lead to higher heart rates.

Overcoming Fear of Higher Heart Rates

[00:06:25] - The importance of allowing yourself to experience higher heart rates for improved performance.

Heat Training and Race Preparation

[00:09:34] - Discussion on whether to train in heat for races that will occur in hot conditions.

Personal Experience with Heat's Impact

[00:11:16] - Coach Valerie shares her experience of running at different times of day and the impact on heart rate.

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