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James Spragg, PhD | EP#425

That Triathlon Show

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Redefining Athletic Performance Metrics with Critical Power

This chapter challenges the traditional focus on VO2 Max in athlete classification, advocating for critical power as a more reliable measure. It explores the significance of critical power in understanding aerobic capacity and delineating training zones for optimal performance outcomes. The discussion includes testing protocols, power profiles, strategic training priorities, and benchmarking critical power for varying types of athletes, offering valuable insights for enhancing performance metrics in triathletes.

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