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How to
Perform VO2 Intervals
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How to Perform VO2 Intervals (Introduction)
Athletes and coaches commonly think of
intervals as 3- to 5-minute efforts.
Three to 5-minute intervals are also called
VO2
intervals because they are thought to specifically train the physiologic
systems that result in improving the body’s ability to maximize oxygen uptake.
Maximum oxygen uptake occurs at levels below maximum workload. Said
differently: Although you will be working and breathing hard, you do not need
to work “as hard as possible” to work at you aerobic maximum.
Shorter intervals may also train VO2 max if recoveries are relatively short.
Such intervals are harder to perform correctly.
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