Sean: I first met Claudia in May 2021 at CrossFit Grillen. A few months later, I joined her team to work with her on endurance and respiratory training. Over the … Read more
Posts Published bySean Seale Sean Seale has been working as a performance coach for almost 10 years. He helps sport of fitness practitioners to enjoy their training and perform better by improving their endurance. He also trains coaches, physical trainers and physiotherapists in the fundamentals of endurance through his seminars and online courses.
Muscle Fatigue Explained: No More Heavy Legs!
Have you ever wondered why your legs feel heavy when you exert yourself while your heart rate and your breathing aren’t going up? If muscular fatigue limits you in your … Read more
5 Ways to Maintain the RIGHT Zone 2 Intensity
Zone 2 training is a critical component for athletes of all levels, including CrossFitters, runners, and anyone looking to improve endurance and overall cardiovascular health. It helps build aerobic capacity, … Read more
What are Exercise Intensity Domains?
You may have heard of the “exercise intensity domains” known as Moderate, Heavy, Severe, and Extreme. These intensity domains are distinguished from each other by different physiological responses to continuous … Read more
Zone 2: The Complete Guide
Welcome to our blog on the benefits and importance of Zone 2 training! If you’re an athlete looking to improve your endurance, or just someone looking to improve their health, … Read more
How to Run a Good FTP Test for Cycling
Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is one of the most critical metrics for cyclists looking to optimize their training. By doing an FTP test, we can accurately measure your FTP and … Read more
Protective Equipment induces Respiratory Muscle Fatigue in Tactical Operators: A Pilot Study
What is the impact of protective equipment on the breathing and performance of tactical operators? This is the question we set out to answer with this one-of-a-kind experiment. In this … Read more
3 Ways to Find Your VO2max (+FREE Calculator)
Ever wondered what your VO2max is and how it impacts your performance and health? VO2max, or your body’s maximal oxygen consumption, is a crucial indicator of your aerobic capacity. Whether … Read more
The Problem with Zone 2 Heart Rate
Have you ever wondered why there’s so much buzz about Zone 2 heart rate and why it’s often misunderstood? Zone 2 training is frequently touted as the best way to … Read more
3 Easy Ways to Verify Your Zone 2 Training
Zone 2 training is a fundamental component of any well-rounded fitness regimen. It’s characterized by low-intensity, steady-state exercise, often referred to as “easy training.” In this article, we will look … Read more
Maximum Heart Rate: The COMPLETE Guide
With the popularization of heart rate monitors, more and more athletes are paying attention to this physiological measurement. But what about maximum heart rate? What’s the best way to calculate … Read more
Lactate Threshold Interpretation Methods
Have you heard terms such as Log-Log, Dmax, or OBLA when talking about lactate threshold interpretation? In this article, I’ll be walking you through the different existing methods to find … Read more
What is the Lactate Threshold?
As an athlete/coach, you’ve surely heard the term “Lactate Threshold” before. But can you actually define it, explain why it’s important, and tell me how to find it? Understanding key … Read more
High Lactate Levels During Exercise: What Causes Them? (Lactate Made Simple)
Welcome, coaches and athletes! Are you looking to improve your performance and better understand the human body during exercise? Look no further! In this article, we will try to better … Read more
Fat Oxidation Explained: How To Make Your Body Burn More Fat Than Sugar During Exercise
Fat oxidation is a process in which the body breaks down lipids, releasing energy to fuel your performance. But why is using fat as a fuel important for endurance performance? … Read more
BikeErg Guide: How to Get the Most Out of Your Concept 2 Bike
If you are looking to learn about the Concept 2 Bike (called the BikeErg), you’ve come to the right place. The BikeErg is a fantastic training tool to improve your … Read more
Rugby Grappling/Wrestling Exercises – Free Handout
This free handout is meant for contact sports coaches (rugby, football, etc…) to use with their players in order to get them ready for the physical demands of contact, impact … Read more
Rugby Contact Prep Exercises – Free Handout
This free handout is meant for contact sports coaches (rugby, football, etc…) to use with their players in order to get them ready for the physical demands of contact, impact … Read more
Oxygen As The Driver – An Invitation To A Paradigm Shift (Part 1)
“You have to breathe, or you’ll die. And your brain will figure out a way to breathe under just about any possible circumstance.” Pat Davidson Breathing is an absolutely vital … Read more
The 4 Best Ways To Track Your Fitness Progress
Did you ever wonder if your fitness was actually improving? Sometimes the day to day training just turns into a blur and it’s hard to be sure that you’re actually … Read more
[GUIDE] Don’t Hire A Personal Trainer Until You’ve Completed These 4 Simple Steps
STOP! DO NOT hire a personal trainer yet! In this article I’m going to show you the 4 things you need to do BEFORE you go ahead and hire a … Read more
Tempo Runs Protocol For Rugby Conditioning
“Tempo runs” were popularized by the famous sprint coach Charlie Francis who used this training method to condition his sprinters. This method was taken over and adapted to rugby union … Read more
Beginner Strength Training: 5 Progressions To Learn The Squat
If you want to start a weight training routine, you already know that the squat is a staple exercise. Unfortunately, too many people jump straight to squatting with a barbell. Although it’s … Read more
So You Want To Train Like An Athlete?
What athlete do you look up to? Whose physical qualities (i.e. speed, strength, power) impress you the most? If you enjoy spending time in the gym lifting weights, chances are … Read more
5 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Personal Training Sessions
If you’re serious about reaching your health and fitness goals, working with a professional is the smart thing to do. Period. But hiring a personal trainer is only one part … Read more