Numerous factors come into play when you want to improve your cycling performance, including following a training plan, doing workouts off the bike, and adopting a strong mental game. But one of the ...

High-intensity interval training is important, but coming back to your breath can be crucial to helping you train.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Until recently, VO2 max testing has been inaccessible to most everyday athletes. Unless you had an in ...

A high VO2 max is closely linked to a longer life expectancy and better endurance. But how can this value be improved? I ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I like to challenge myself physically, whether it's working out, cycling or cross-country skiing. I've heard about VO2 max testing. What could I gain from it? ANSWER: A VO2 max test ...

If you gather a group of runners together, you’ll often hear the same kinds of chatter. Sure, race PRs and training niggles will probably predominate, but there’s another topic that’s been ...

Considered a key indicator of longevity, VO2 max has made its way from the vernacular of performance athletes to the wellness lingo of us mere mortals in recent years. While I’m not a data-obsessive ...

Running to the best of your ability can feel like a numbers game. To hit new PBs, you’re probably under the impression that you should keep tabs on all kinds of ...