In this episode, I speak with Nick Jankovskis of METS Performance about VO2 Max and why it's so important to know about as a fitness oriented individual. Pulled from their website, "a VO₂ max test determines your body's maximum ability to take up, transport and utilise oxygen. Basically, it determines how much work/power output your body can complete aerobically, with a higher value indicating that more work can be done. It is a key performance indicator for endurance sports such as triathlon, cycling, running, swimming, rowing and cross country skiing due to its crucial role in endurance performance."

Nick takes us through a bit of the process of the test and how you can use the information to improve your efficiency as an athlete. Some of the benefits of knowing your VO2 Max include:

1. Knowing the best zones to train in, in terms of heart rate.

2. Maximizing training efficacy, rather than just running to run.

3. Turning your weaknesses in the strength.

4. Developing your physiology to utilize oxygen more efficiently.

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