VO2 Max

Your weekly guided tour of the best new research and articles on running from around the web.

Coach Carl explains why, how and when to do faster speed workouts during your marathon training, and how to prepare for specific course challenges.

Your weekly guided tour of the best new research and articles on running from around the web.

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Coach Carl explains the critical importance of VO2 Max training for the 5K, and introduces "hammer" workouts you can use to maximize your race readiness.

We often hear the term VO2 max in relation to fitness and in training programs. What does it mean and how important is it?

This classic test for V02max is fun challenge that provides useful data about your fitness.

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Here’s what you need to know to adjust your training and stay safe.

Speed work will raise your aerobic capacity, but to improve performance, you need every piece of the fitness puzzle.

This brainchild of French exercise scientist Veronique Billat may be the best workout you've never done.

There's a scientific explanation as to why the vast improvement in your workout times don't always show on race day.