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The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS

EP178: How A High VO2 max Helps You Live Longer And Go Faster

Jan 10, 2024
Unraveling the secrets of VO2 max and its impact on longevity and cycling performance. Tips for improving VO2 max and specific workouts for cyclists. The importance of rest, recovery, and sleep in training. How to work with U19 cyclists and their parents on VO2 max. Guest with experience in the cycling industry provides expert advice on training and lifestyle habits.
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Quick takeaways

  • VO2 max is a crucial factor that impacts longevity, health, and performance, and prioritizing training to improve it can unlock its benefits.
  • Incorporating high-intensity interval sessions focused on reaching and sustaining VO2 max intensity is crucial for improving aerobic capacity and overall endurance performance.

Deep dives

Importance of VO2 max for longevity, health, and performance

VO2 max is a crucial factor that impacts longevity, health, and performance. While other training aspects like zone two, mitochondrial health, and lactate threshold have gained attention, VO2 max remains a significant predictor of quality of life. Having a higher VO2 max leads to better health outcomes and overall performance. It is important for athletes, regardless of their fitness level or age, to prioritize training and improving their VO2 max to unlock its benefits.

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