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Why Does Your VO2max Drop During a Race?
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If you've ever checked your VO2max after a race and noticed it was lower than expected, you're not alone. A lot of runners assume that race efforts should push their VO2max to its peak, but that’s not always what happens.
VO₂ Max and Marathon Performance: What You Need to Know
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What VO₂ max actually is, why it’s important for marathoners, and how you can improve it.
Why Generic Formulas Don’t Cut It for Masters and Menopausal Athletes
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When it comes to performance, there’s no one-size-fits-all formula. While these formulas can offer a starting point, they fail to capture the complexity of your individual body and your training needs. This is especially true for masters and menopausal athletes, who experience a variety of physical changes that the formulas simply don’t account for.
Garmin VO₂ Max vs. Jack Daniels VDOT: What Runners Need to Know
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If you’re serious about running, chances are you’ve seen your Garmin VO₂ max score and wondered how it stacks up. Maybe you’ve also come across Jack Daniels’ VDOT system and noticed the numbers don’t match. It’s confusing, right?
Why Don’t VDOT Scores Match VO2max Levels?
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If you’ve ever looked at your VO2max data from your watch and compared it to your VDOT score, you might have noticed they don’t always line up