When it comes to understanding your fitness and overall health, VO2 max is often heralded as the most important metric. So if you notice a decline in your VO2 max, it’s only natural to be ...

Run 30 seconds hard at your VO₂ max pace. Follow that with 30 seconds of very easy running (with the short interval, your ...

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 ...

By most measures, Norwegian triathlete Kristian Blummenfelt is the standard of peak performance in athletics. He won the gold ...

In contrast, despite being widely regarded as the greatest marathoner of all time, Eliud Kipchoge is estimated to sit closer ...

It’s hardly surprising for elite athletes to have higher VO2 max scores, but this takes it to an entirely new level.

This article is purely theoretical. Some readers will think that the theory is obvious on its face, and others will think that it's wrong. The joy of talking about training theory at the intersection ...

Numerous factors come into play when you want to improve your cycling performance, including following a training plan, doing workouts off the bike, and adopting a strong mental game. But one of the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A new study, involving nearly 800 older adults, points out the factors most associated with higher VO2 ...

Your watch’s VO2 max isn’t perfect, but you can improve its accuracy with better data and heart-rate tracking.

VO2 max is an intimidating word for an easy-to-understand biometric: It’s how well your body uses oxygen when you push yourself. Short for “maximal oxygen uptake,” it’s been the gold standard for ...