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Arc'teryx Apache AR Zip - Men's
The Arc'teryx Apache AR Zip is a great fleece in the backcountry or in the base lodge. Polartec Thermal Pro tweed makes for super efficient compression and top-notch moisture control. The Apache has laminated elbow patches that cut down on wear and keep it from binding up when you use it to layer. Arc'teryx's awesome welded seams and gusseted underarms all make an appearance with the Apache, and a DWR finish keeps light drizzles from going instantly through it like most fleece.
$124.95 
Good, versatile pull-over
Good investment. The best half-zip jacket I've even encountered. The material on the interior of the jacket is soft and keeps you very warm. The jacket fits well, and can employed for a pleathora of roles, inlcuding base layer, jacket inside a rain shell, or the final layer in on a cool day.
Exellent jacket
Full satisfaction, as always when you buy something from Arcteryx. Excellent fit, super feel in the fabric. Recommended!!
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Training Tips
When buying a new pair of running shoes, bring your old ones with you. You will get a better fit if you know if you supinate or pronate.
Heart monitors are useful for knowing when you are in the right zone for your training efforts. If you understand what your maximum heart rate is, you can set up your monitor to beep at you when you exceed the high or low range of your heart rate for the type of workout you are doing.
Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.
Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.
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