Boosting your V02 Max
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BrettD58 posted 18 weeks ago.
My $.02 here so take it for what it is worth....
On supplements-If it's legal it probably doesn't work, if it works then it probably isn't legal. (I can't take credit for this statement but I do think it is true)
On raising your VO2Max-Your VO2Max will rise and fall based on the type of training that you do and some other more scientific factors that I won't go into. If there is a specific reason for you to train your VO2 then you can do very short (like 10-20 seconds short) bursts that primarily train your Creatine Phosphate system (which is responsible for short, forceful movements). You should do some VO2 training, however IMO your time is better spent working on your LT and Aerobic Engines.
Brett Daniels
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trainDaBrain posted 18 weeks ago.
2nd that on the LT work. VO2 is handy to know, but just because you have a great number, it doesn't mean, or guarantee, that you're going to rock on race day. Rather, spend time doing the lactate threshold workouts and you will find your engine much better off because of it.
The supplements you're talking about sound like buffers. Buffers work great for short bouts of high intensity activity but in an endurance event, they're more likely to cause you an upset stomach.
Cheers!
-Brandon
In the latest issue of Triathlete they showcase some V02 max supplement products in the "Checking In" section. Anyone have tried the products First Endurance Optygen HP or regular Optygen, or BioBuilde? I have narrowed it down to these two after some minor research, although those two products are a little different. Has anyone ever tried these products or anything similiar to boost performance/V02 max...etc.?
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