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VO2 max training
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3 recommendations across 1 expert · 3 episodes
3 endorse
0 nuanced
0 avoid
Who's on the record
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In a protocol
Train to maximize VO2 max with 3-8 minute intervals at high intensity (zone 5) once a week, alongside zone 2 base building (~80% of training time).
“three to eight minutes is the sweet spot
TT▶ 1:34:40Dosage4x4 protocol: 4 min hard, 4 min recovery, repeat 4 times; once per week with warmup/cooldownCertaintyexplicitstrong endorsement -
Organic (prompted)
Attia rates building VO2 max as effectively 'proven' for longevity — among the strongest predictors of lifespan, comparable to smoking cessation and blood pressure management.
“those are the two closest things you could put to proven
TP▶ 38:00Certaintyexplicitstrong endorsement -
In a protocol
Train peak aerobic output (VO2 max) as the apex of cardiorespiratory fitness — the engine size.
“VO2 max. That's most adequately thought of as the engine size
TP▶ 58:00Certaintyexplicitstrong endorsement