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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Lifestyle
Giulia Crouch

What is 'zone training'? And why slow workouts could be the secret to weight loss, as well as longevity

Have you heard of ‘zone training’? If not, you’re not alone. Unless you’re really into exercise, the concept might be new to you — but it’s all the rage in the wellness world and could be the key to unlocking your fitness (and health) goals.

Zone training structures your workouts around how fast your heart is beating, measured as a percentage of your maximum possible heart rate.

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