EPISODE · Apr 26, 2020 · 1H
Watts Doc #18: Why Everything You Know About VO2max Power Is Probably Wrong
from Empirical Cycling Podcast · host Empirical Cycling
In the first episode in a VO2max series, we take a deep dive into why VO2max power, or maximal aerobic power (MAP), is not a simple number that can be found in a simple test. We discuss the history, physiological, and methodological underpinnings of ramp tests and what makes them flawed, and what some people have done to try and account for these. Additional methods of MAP testing and tracking and their drawbacks are discussed. We conclude with some practical advice for ways to monitor improvements your own VO2max.
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Watts Doc #18: Why Everything You Know About VO2max Power Is Probably Wrong
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