Know Your Nervous System: Train Effectively, Live Purposefully #196

Even if you've exercised regularly throughout your entire life, it's possible that you have yet to consider the tendencies of your nervous system. How can you take these tendencies into account when training for maximum effect and performance? In today's solocast, Ben shares some of his unique insight into nervous system predispositions within our bodies, and how to train for each situation. Whether you've just started on your journey, or have been a high performer for years, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Not only will you learn effective training techniques for your unique makeup, but understanding your nervous system will also help you to become a better, more effective human. This solocast will guide your awareness of: Who tends toward parasympathetic and sympathetic dominance. What your own nervous system defaults are. When you might need parasympathetic intervention. Where you can start overcoming nature's tendencies. 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