In this episode of the Critical Oxygen podcast, I am joined by Coach Aaron Geyser where we discuss how to stay healthy during training and the importance of consistency and recovery. We emphasize the need to prevent sickness by analyzing lifestyle factors and managing stress. If sickness does occur, we recommend taking a conservative approach to returning to training, focusing on easy workouts and monitoring heart rate and HRV. We also highlight the importance of making informed decisions and seeking input from coaches or trusted individuals. TAKEAWAYS 1) Consistency and recovery are key to maximizing athletic potential. 2) Preventing sickness involves analyzing lifestyle factors and managing stress. 3) When returning to training after sickness, start with easy workouts and monitor heart rate and HRV. 4) Make informed decisions and seek input from coaches or trusted individuals. Enjoy! Enjoying these podcasts, subscribe to get notified when new episodes are released. If you have a question or topic you want us to address, leave a comment! Follow Phil on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2 Follow Aaron on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/triageiser/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:02 Importance of Consistency and Recovery 06:15 Preventing Sickness 10:24 Managing Stress and Fluctuations 19:35 Returning to Training After Sickness 25:18 Exercising While Sick 32:40 Making Informed Decisions 43:19 Tracking Heart Rate and HRV 48:57 Conclusion