The Norwegian Method for Recreational Runners | Dr. Marius Bakken
Floris Gierman
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Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Can the Norwegian training method help recreational runners get faster without overtraining? In this episode, I sit down with two-time Olympian and medical doctor Marius to discuss training intensity, recovery, double threshold training, lactate testing, and building sustainable habits for long-term progress.
#NorwegianMethod #MariusBakken #ThresholdTraining #Running
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00:00 — Can the Norwegian method work for recreational runners?
01:42 — Precision Fuel & Hydration sponsorship
02:34 — Understanding the Norwegian training method
04:20 — Applying intensity control to recreational running
09:00 — The stair test and early signs of overtraining
14:30 — Balancing daily stress, training, and recovery
16:43 — Finding the right intensity for threshold training
21:32 — Double threshold training for recreational runners
26:40 — Lessons from training with Kenyan runners
27:33 — The value of using a lactate meter
32:00 — Personal Best Program
32:18 — Getting started with lactate testing
38:18 — Zone two training and overall training volume
40:08 — The future of personalized training and recovery tracking
41:48 — Overtraining, underfueling, and recovery
45:40 — Getting springy legs and understanding muscle tone
49:00 — Why Norwegian endurance athletes are so successful
52:52 — How running goals and mindset change with age
55:51 — Building a running habit when motivation is low
57:28 — Norwegian Method book
1:00:48 — Becoming a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
1:02:00 — Carbon-plated shoes and running injuries
1:05:49 — The 45/15 interval workout explained
1:09:00 — Where to find Marius
1:10:09 — Closing thoughts and takeaways
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WHERE TO FIND MARIUS BAKKEN:
► Website: https://www.mariusbakken.com/
► Norwegian Method Book: https://geni.us/norwegianmethod
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The Norwegian Method for Recreational Runners | Dr. Marius Bakken
Floris Gierman
20,807 views
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Can the Norwegian training method help recreational runners get faster without overtraining? In this episode, I sit down with two-time Olympian and medical doctor Marius to discuss training intensity, recovery, double threshold training, lactate testing, and building sustainable habits for long-term progress.
#NorwegianMethod #MariusBakken #ThresholdTraining #Running
🔥 Transform your running in 90 days with expert coaching. Join the Personal Best Program today: https://www.skool.com/personalbest
Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: http://bit.ly/Flo-YT
00:00 — Can the Norwegian method work for recreational runners?
01:42 — Precision Fuel & Hydration sponsorship
02:34 — Understanding the Norwegian training method
04:20 — Applying intensity control to recreational running
09:00 — The stair test and early signs of overtraining
14:30 — Balancing daily stress, training, and recovery
16:43 — Finding the right intensity for threshold training
21:32 — Double threshold training for recreational runners
26:40 — Lessons from training with Kenyan runners
27:33 — The value of using a lactate meter
32:00 — Personal Best Program
32:18 — Getting started with lactate testing
38:18 — Zone two training and overall training volume
40:08 — The future of personalized training and recovery tracking
41:48 — Overtraining, underfueling, and recovery
45:40 — Getting springy legs and understanding muscle tone
49:00 — Why Norwegian endurance athletes are so successful
52:52 — How running goals and mindset change with age
55:51 — Building a running habit when motivation is low
57:28 — Norwegian Method book
1:00:48 — Becoming a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
1:02:00 — Carbon-plated shoes and running injuries
1:05:49 — The 45/15 interval workout explained
1:09:00 — Where to find Marius
1:10:09 — Closing thoughts and takeaways
Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.
WHERE TO FIND MARIUS BAKKEN:
► Website: https://www.mariusbakken.com/
► Norwegian Method Book: https://geni.us/norwegianmethod
LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED
► Join my Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest
► Precision Fuel & Hydration | Get 15% off your first order at: http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow
► Buy my book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs
YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:
► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast
► Strava: Strava: strava
► Instagram: Instagram: florisgierman
► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com
► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com
ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest.
Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT