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VO2 Max for Runners: What It Is, How to Measure It, EYKTK!

May 15, 2026·35 min
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Brady and Thomas discuss VO2 Max - what it is, why it's important for runners, and why it's seen as a marker for longevity:Brought to you by ProBio Nutrition - your all-in-one daily supplement for runners. Get 40% off with code RLRH (or 50% off + free shipping with a subscription) ➡️https://bit.ly/ProBioRLRH00:00 Intro / Our VO2 Max readings01:20 What Is VO2 Max03:40 How Much of VO2 Max is genetic vs trained?07:30 Sub 2-hr marathon vo2 Max09:45 VO2 Max and aging16:20 Evaluating the different ways to measure VO2 Max22:54 VO2 Max as a Longevity Marker30:05 VO2 Max vs other metrics for longevity

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