Send us a text Whether you're a runner trying to shave minutes off your marathon or just someone who wants to live longer and stay healthier, VO2 max matters a lot more than most people think. So, what exactly is it? Why should you care? And how can you improve it? That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode. Let’s go. O2 max stands for 'maximal oxygen uptake. It’s the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. The higher your VO2 max, the more efficiently your ...
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Send us a text Whether you're a runner trying to shave minutes off your marathon or just someone who wants to live longer and stay healthier, VO2 max matters a lot more than most people think. So, what exactly is it? Why should you care? And how can you improve it? That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode. Let’s go. O2 max stands for 'maximal oxygen uptake. It’s the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. The higher your VO2 max, the more efficiently your ...
12 Months to Marathon - Episode 55 - Why You Should be Focusing on Cadence
12 Months to Marathon
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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 55 - Why You Should be Focusing on Cadence
Send us a text What Is Cadence? Let’s start with the basics. Cadence, in running, simply means how many steps you take per minute, often referred to as SPM or steps per minute. Now, why is this important? Because cadence directly influences your stride length, impact forces, and overall running efficiency. Runners with a higher cadence usually have: A shorter ground contact timeLess vertical oscillation (which means less bouncing)Better running economyAnd here’s the key thing: you don’t...
12 Months to Marathon
Send us a text Whether you're a runner trying to shave minutes off your marathon or just someone who wants to live longer and stay healthier, VO2 max matters a lot more than most people think. So, what exactly is it? Why should you care? And how can you improve it? That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode. Let’s go. O2 max stands for 'maximal oxygen uptake. It’s the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. The higher your VO2 max, the more efficiently your ...
