This Is Why Your Heart Rate Zones Feel Off After 50 (And Other Listener Questions)

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We’re back after an epic Comrades Marathon—and in this packed Q&A episode, we’re diving into some of the most common (and controversial!) questions runners over 50 are asking.

👟 Here’s what you’ll learn:

🫀 Heart Rate Zones – Threshold vs. Max:
Does your Garmin or fitness app give you reliable data? Lindsay breaks down why threshold heart rate is usually the better metric—and what to do when your device gets it wrong.

🏃‍♀️ Hamstring Fatigue on Hills?
Emily from California is struggling with early fatigue on long trail runs. The surprising root cause? It’s not just strength—it’s posture and tight hip flexors. Get practical fixes you can implement today.

🧍‍♂️ Walking Backwards on a Treadmill – Is It Legit?
Brad’s been seeing this trend at the gym—Lindsay weighs in on whether it’s worth the effort or just another fitness fad.

🦵 Running Cadence & Footstrike – Should You Change It?
Is it worth trying to shift your stride, or should you leave your natural form alone? You’ll get a nuanced answer that separates myth from meaningful progress.

💪 Muscle Scraping, Massage Guns & Ice Baths:
Are these recovery tools worth your time and money? We unpack what works, what doesn’t, and how often you should use them—especially if you’ve got “cement legs” like Lindsay!

🏅 Plus, hear Brad’s incredible story of finishing Comrades Marathon with ONE SECOND to spare—a reminder that every moment counts. Listen to the FULL debrief here:    • What To Learn From Comrades 2025 - The FUL...  

👇 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome Back + Comrades Recap
02:00 – Heart Rate Zones Explained
09:00 – Building Hamstring Endurance
13:30 – Backwards Treadmill Walking: Yay or Nay?
18:00 – Cadence & Footstrike: Should You Change It?
22:50 – Recovery Tools: Muscle Guns, Scrapers, Cold Plunges
30:00 – How to Get Your Questions Answered

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