100 - Bjorn Kafka of Aerotune

Thank you to 4iiii Innovations for supporting the podcast! If you’re after a reliable, accurate power meter, then use code 20214iiii-EI20% to receive 20% off any Factory Install power meter purchased through the 4iiii website.3:00 meet Bjorn Kafka of Aerotune17:15 defining VO2max and the necessary  context of efficiency 25:30 defining VLAmax29:45 manipulating VO2max and VLAmax to elicit desired race fitnessWhere am I now in terms of VO2 and VLA, then where do I need to go?For long-course triathlon, you want maximal VO2max and low (but not too low) VLAmaxAvoid low-carb training except in very specific situations37:30 the Aeorune metabolic Power Test41:15 the importance of knowing body composition42:30 Power Test outputs44:45 estimating optimal training load based on VO2max50:00 tying metabolic testing into aerodynamic testing53:45 designing training for road racing or MTB56:00 training prescriptions based on VO2max & VLAmaxTry the Aerotune Power Test for yourself by registering on their website. You can also follow Aerotune on Instagram.