Understand Your Limits to Adapt Training Effectively

Training protocols, particularly for achieving VO2 max, should consider the individual’s fitness level and physiological limitations. Typically, reaching VO2 max takes between eight to 15 minutes, but can vary based on fitness; highly fit individuals may take longer, while those less fit may peak sooner. It's crucial to recognize that failure during these efforts often stems from specific limitations, such as muscular endurance or cardiovascular capacity. This understanding emphasizes that the aspect of performance that limits an athlete often becomes the focus for adaptation. Personalizing training, even under structured protocols like the Norwegian method, results in different adaptations based on individual weaknesses.

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