How to Measure & Train Zone 2: Unlock Aerobic Training for Endurance

Описание: In this episode of the Fast Talk Podcast by Fast Talk Labs, we unpack the science and strategy behind Zone 2 training — the low-to-moderate intensity work that makes up the bulk of endurance training and helps build a strong aerobic base. Head Exercise Physiologist Jared Berg joins the Fast Talk crew to explain how to accurately measure your Zone 2, why it matters more than simple estimates, and how to train it effectively for measurable performance gains. 

🧠 In this episode, you’ll learn:
• What Zone 2 really is and why it makes up ~80% of your training volume 
• How athletes can accurately define their aerobic threshold (LT1/VT1) using lab data — lactate and ventilatory markers 
• Why simplistic formulas (% of FTP or HRmax) often miss the mark — and how physiology varies by athlete 
• Training approaches for Zone 2 — including splitting longer efforts into focused intervals to get better quality without excess fatigue 
• The distinct benefits of both Zone 1 (very easy) and upper Zone 2 work, and how they complement each other 
• How Zone 2 adaptations change your lactate curve and improve fatigue resistance over time 

🎙️ Guest Expert:
• Jared Berg – Head Exercise Physiologist, Fast Talk Labs & endurance testing specialist 

📈 Whether you’re a beginner looking to build a strong aerobic base or a seasoned rider refining your training zones, this episode gives you practical, science-backed guidance on measuring and training in Zone 2 for long-term performance gains.

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