That Triathlon Show Anybody can be a Kona qualifier: genetics is not your limiter with Alan Couzens | EP#186
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Jun 17, 2019 
Alan Couzens debunks the belief that genetics limit endurance potential and shares his findings on the trainability of VO2max. He discusses the right training approach to reach athletic potential and emphasizes the importance of training at the aerobic threshold. The chapter also explores the use of long grinding sweet spot tempo workouts, the significance of accurate testing data, and the benefits of following a disciplined training plan.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Introduction of the Sponsor and Interview with Alan Couzens
04:49 • 2min
Trainability and Benchmarks of V2 Max
06:36 • 7min
Improving VO2max Through Training
13:29 • 13min
Improvements in Athletes' VO2max and Training Volume
26:34 • 17min
Using Long Grinding Sweet Spot Tempo Workouts
43:08 • 13min
Testing, Patience, and Investing in Training
56:38 • 6min