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Slow Down to Speed Up: Mastering Zone 2 for Better Running

Running is often associated with pushing harder, going faster, and constantly challenging yourself. However, the true secret to improving your endurance and overall performance lies in the often-overlooked practice of running in control (=you will feel it as slow). 

Specifically, training in your Zone 2, also known as the “aerobic base building” zone, can yield remarkable benefits for runners of all levels. We can dive into it a bit later in this post.

But what exactly is Zone 2 running, and why is it so beneficial? 

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