You may already know your VO2 max is a strong predictor of how fast you are on the bike. But if you’re fuzzy on the details, including what the term actually means, why it matters, and how you can ...

For general fitness and health, men should aim for age-adjusted VO2 max scores that put them above average. This will ensure you are maximizing reductions in all-cause mortality from having a higher ...

Running at the best of your ability is somewhat of a numbers game. To hit new PRs, you’ll want to keep tabs on all kinds of stats, like distance covered, pace per mile (or interval), max heart rate, ...

You’ve probably seen the viral Norwegian 4x4 workout doing the rounds – pushed by running influencers and coaches alike. It’s ...

Running to the best of your ability can feel like a numbers game. To hit new PBs, you’re probably under the impression that you should keep tabs on all kinds of ...

When runners talk physiology, two terms tend to dominate the conversation: VO2 max and lactate threshold. Although the two metrics are related, they are not the same – and they shape performance in ...

On TikTok, VO2 max is going viral as the key to improving your endurance during a workout. In short, you can think of this metric as the maximum amount of oxygen your body uses during exercise – V ...

When runners talk physiology, two terms dominate the conversation: VO2 max and lactate threshold. The two metrics are related but not the same, and they shape performance in different ways. Naturally, ...

VO2 max measures your body’s maximum oxygen use and relates to longevity and health. Army’s H2F system uses HIIT to improve VO2 max and overall health. Consistent HIIT, 2–3 times weekly, improves VO2 ...