Published Apr 11, 2024

s4/e13 Double Threshold Training, aka "The Norwegian Method" with Dr. Phil Batterson, MS, PhD

Elisabeth Scott and Dr. Phil Batterson explore the innovative Double Threshold Training method, known as the Norwegian Method, emphasizing its impact on elite athletic endurance while uncovering the complexities of lactate thresholds and heart rate monitoring in optimizing performance.

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s4/e13 Double Threshold Training, aka "The Norwegian Method" with Dr. Phil Batterson, MS, PhD

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Double Threshold TrainingDr. Phil Batterson, an exercise physiologist, discusses the double threshold training framework, also known as the Norwegian Method. He explains its structured implementation and suitability for elite athletes, highlighting its success in enhancing endurance performance.

Double Threshold Training

Lactate Threshold InsightsPhil Batterson delves into the intricacies of lactate and its significance in endurance training. He sheds light on the challenges of measuring and applying lactate data effectively for optimal performance.

Lactate Threshold Insights

Heart Rate TrainingHeart rate monitoring plays a pivotal role in training, offering insights that surpass traditional pace metrics. Phil Batterson and Elisabeth Scott discuss its integration into workouts and the limitations of current monitoring technologies.

Heart Rate Training

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