VO2 Master Pro & Moxy – Revealing Metabolic Limitation – Part 1

I've been using a few new sensors in my training and coaching practice recently and learning a ton about central and peripheral limiters to performance. The sensors are the VO2 Master Pro wearable VO2 analyzer and Moxy muscle oxygen monitor. Together these sensors have given me a better view of systemic oxygen consumption (VO2), and local … Continue reading VO2 Master Pro & Moxy – Revealing Metabolic Limitation – Part 1 →

Update to ‘Prescribing VO2max’

My last post left off with a novel workout protocol for optimizing VO2max training, according to my synthesis of the literature and personal experimentation at the time. I was blown away by the amount of engagement and discussion generated by the post. The discussion helped me expand my own understanding, challenged my assumptions, and of … Continue reading Update to ‘Prescribing VO2max’ →

Prescribing VO2max

It appears that adaptations to VO2max are elicited by maximizing time spent above >90% VO2max. It has been shown that intermittent exercise can elicit greater total exercise duration at high intensities

The Problem with VO2max

There's a good chance you're using the term "VO2max" wrong... If you've ever heard cyclists comparing stats (we don't do that, do we?), or humble-bragging via Strava ride titles, then you've probably heard something like "My VO2max is 400 W". That statement is a bit nonsensical. In the constant effort to be more precise in how we … Continue reading The Problem with VO2max →

Optimized Aerobic Prescription

Most of the amateur bike racers I know are limited by time available to train. I think this is a relatable limitation to all of us... So wouldn't it be nice if an amateur endurance athlete could optimize the time they do have available to train, by establishing a minimum effective dose for eliciting adaptations. … Continue reading Optimized Aerobic Prescription →