How Do You “Cardio”?

Posted on in Fitness, Podcast by Dr. Graham Norton

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The idea for this episode came from a super common question we get from our Practice Members.

They want to know what they should be doing for exercise, and more specifically, for “cardio” type exercise.

This is a loaded question and one that cannot easily be answered on the spot.

Whether it comes to running, biking, swimming, weight lifting, group classes, CrossFit, Stroller Fit, Kangoo, or Beach Body… you need to understand how your different energy systems work in order to get the best results AND prevent overtraining and injury.

What We Covered

  • What does the term “cardio” even mean?
  • What is the difference between aerobic vs. anaerobic cardiovascular training?  What are the benefits of each?
  • Recovery strategies – how do you know if you are overtraining? 
  • What are the key components of a quality workout program? 
  • What is a Tabata?
  • What is Heart Rate Variability and why is it important when it comes to training and recovery?
  • What can you do to maximize your cardiovascular training, prevent injury, and optimize your recovery and growth?
Hi! I'm Dr. Graham and I am passionate about delivering the most comprehensive and results driven spine care available. I love working with people who want to make a real and lasting difference in their health. I love travelling locally, outdoor activities like road biking and skate skiing, good coffee, and my family (Dr. Marie, and our two wonderful daughters Zoey & Eloise).