Jerry

Many runners are often faced with the question, "how hard should I train in order to become a more efficient runner?" Well, to be honest, it varies from person to person. That is why I say, "follow your heart...it has its own training plan!" That's where heart rate monitors (HRM) come in! According to Wikipedia, a HRM is defined as "a personal monitoring device which allows a subject to measure his heart rate in real time or record his heart rate for later study." To understand the true benefits of a HRM, you must undergo a full-blown metabolic test. This can be done at most sports therapy or rehab clinics, or even some gyms. These tests will reveal your anaerobic threshold, otherwise known as your AT. AT is often described as being the point where your body shifts from primarily burning fats (aerobic activity) to burning stored sugars (anaerobic activity) in order to provide fuel. Sure, there are formulas to figure out your estimated AT, but to see the most optimal resul…