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’
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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
