Pavel Tsatsouline | Building Endurance the Right Way
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Pavel and Joe Rogan discuss the intricacies of endurance training, highlighting the importance of both cardiovascular and muscular endurance. They explore methods such as steady-state exercise and interval training for cardio, as well as strategies for developing mitochondria in muscle cells through specific fiber-focused approaches, providing practical insights into effective training techniques. [Pavel Tsatsouline: Building Endurance the Right Way](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii845pDRC2c) - **Types of Endurance:** - Cardiovascular endurance and muscular endurance are essential components. - Cardio endurance involves stretching the heart through steady-state exercises. - Muscular endurance requires training mitochondria in muscle cells for efficient energy conversion. - **Developing Cardio Endurance:** - Steady-state exercise, like running at a moderate pace, stretches the heart and increases stroke volume. - Interval training, developed by Germans, involves reaching 85-90% heart rate, then switching to walking or jogging to stretch the heart effectively. - **Interval Training Guidelines:** - Interval training is effective but should follow a period of steady-state training to avoid potential heart issues. - Dynamic exercises like running, biking, or kettlebell swings are suitable for interval training. - **Mitochondrial Development:** - Mitochondria in muscle cells need development for efficient aerobic energy conversion. - Slow fibers are trained by running just below the anaerobic threshold. - Fast fibers benefit from repeat training, pushing to the edge of acidosis in short, intense bursts, sustaining for 40 minutes. - **Coaching Terminology:** - Interval training involves different rest periods: stress, super compensation, and ordinary. - Repeat training aims to sustain performance at the same level for an extended period. - **Focus on Mitochondria:** - Mitochondrial development is crucial for enduring, non-polluting muscles. - Training methods should aim to produce less acid, emphasizing slow fiber aerobic threshold and fast fiber repeat training. - **Practical Examples:** - Sprinting intensely for 5-7 seconds, walking, and repeating while measuring blood lactate is an example of fast fiber repeat training. - Kettlebell swings and heavy bag work can be utilized for similar training approaches. - **Conclusion:** - Balance between cardiovascular and muscular endurance is crucial. - Tailoring training methods to specific fiber types optimizes mitochondrial development and overall endurance.