Are you confused about heart rate zones? Is walking actually cardio? Should women in perimenopause avoid high-intensity workouts? Are you trying to lift weights faster to skip dedicated cardio sessions?

In this episode, Nikki chats with nutritionist and coach Jamie Scott about how to best approach cardio based on your fitness level and goals as well as common myths and misinformation, including:

• Why the parameters for elite athletes often aren't applicable to individuals looking for general fitness and health benefits from cardio.
• Applying the FITT principles (Frequency, Intensity, Timing, and Type) and how to determine training volume based on your life's schedule.
• The concept of tissue capacity versus cardiovascular conditioning and why preparation needs to be involved when taking up running.
• When walking counts as a beneficial cardio stimulus, and when it may not be enough to drive adaptation.
• Whether doing exercises like Pilates or strength training faster is a true substitute for dedicated cardiovascular work.
• How to approach cardio in perimenopause

Connect with Jamie Scott

• Instagram: @athletica.coach
• Website: https://athletica.coach

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• Website: http://naablevy.com
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