#422: Using heart rate to boost your performa...

Training programs can be effective, but real life doesn’t always follow a plan.In this episode, Marcus opens up the conversation around the role of coaching in a world full of structured programs, using real-life examples to highlight how unpredictable life can be.This also marks ...  Afficher plus

What actually makes a great coach?In this episode, Marcus Smith explores the qualities that define great coaching and why the most valuable thing a coach can offer an human isn’t motivation or encouragement, but honesty.Marcus reflects on the foundations of strong coaching relati ...  Afficher plus

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2735: Marc Bilodeau explains how understanding and monitoring your heart rate can enhance your fitness journey. By tracking ...  Afficher plus

Jafar has a history of atrial fibrillation and reports occasional fatigue and palpitations. His resting heart rate is 96 bpm and irregular, and he takes a beta-blocker. During a six-minute walk test, he experiences mild shortness of breath but completes the test without difficult ...  Afficher plus

Today, I want to introduce you to something called heart rate variability (HRV).

HRV is a measurement of the variations between the heartbeats. There are different time distances between your heartbeats.

The more varied the timing is bet ...

Cardio — exercise that gets your heart rate up — can support good health in many ways. It can help prevent heart disease, increase your energy levels, decrease stress and more. In this episode, we cover what exercise and activities count as cardio, how to reap its benefits and ho ...  Afficher plus