A podcast presented by Santara Technology, Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and a host of others. Hosted by Dr David Lipman the podcast delves into the training methods of the world’s best triathletes.
Olav sits down with David to discuss Kristian’s VO2Max test, the context around it, why he’s confident in it and implications of it.
(00:00) Introduction
(00:45) How is Olav?
(01:24) Why is Olav Testing Kristian and Gustav?
(03:51) Context for VO2Max Test in Kristian’s History
(11:46) The Implications of VO2Max Results
(26:39) Casper’s VO2Max Implications
(32:54) Problems with a High VO2Max
(38:02) Was Olav Expecting Such a High Value?
(43:08) What Is Olav’s Calibration Procedure for the Equipment?
(1:01:49) What Factors Contributed to the VO2Max Value?
(1:04:55) Sending the Equipment Away for Validation
(1:05:54) Haemoglobin Mass’s Implication in VO2Max
(1:12:51) RER Value
(1:19:43) Kristian’s Heat Production
(1:21:32) Next Steps to Understand Kristian’s Physiology
(1:24:35) How Long Was The Value Shown Averaged Over?
(1:26:58) What is Kristian’s Lung Capacity
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Hosted, edited and produced by Dr David Lipman
Editing, video and introduction by Roj Ferman
