How to Improve Your VO2 Max & Build Endurance | Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin
Andy Galpin
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Andy Galpin, Ph.D., CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D, is the executive director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University. With a doctorate in human bioenergetics, Dr. Galpin has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and presentations. He has worked with elite athletes from the UFC, MLB, NBA, PGA, NFL, boxing, Olympics, and military special forces. Dr. Galpin is also a co-founder of Vitality Blueprint, Absolute Rest, BioMolecular Athlete, and Rapid Health & Performance. In addition to his academic and consulting work, Dr. Galpin hosts the podcast Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin, where he helps listeners better understand and maximize their physical performance. Drawing on two decades of experience with top-tier performers, including Olympians and world champions, the podcast explores advanced tools, technologies, and strategies. Dr. Galpin regularly shares science content on YouTube, Instagram, X, Threads, and LinkedIn.
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In this episode, I explain practical applications for improving your VO2 max and endurance in order to prevent disease, promote longevity, and optimize overall health and performance. I also explain the training fundamentals and methods to consider when developing an endurance training program, such as general conditioning, warm-ups/cool-downs, tissue tolerance and recovery, injury prevention, and maximizing training time. I describe two endurance training programs suitable for individuals of all training levels: Metamorphosis, designed to improve VO2 max, and Faster in 50, a fifty-day marathon training program. I explain the specific methodologies of these programs, including the resistance training and endurance training elements, building volume and intensity (i.e., zones/"gears"), reps/sets, breathing, and how to assess your progress at the end. This episode focuses on specific programs and protocols for improving endurance that will help listeners develop/follow their own program or help coaches and trainers design programs for their athletes. Access the full show notes for this episode, including additional resources, at https://performpodcast.com/how-to-improve-your-vo2-max-build-endurance/ Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/perform LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/perform Vitality Blueprint: https://vitalityblueprint.com/perform Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/perform Momentous: https://livemomentous.com/perform Social & Website X: https://x.com/DrAndyGalpin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandygalpin Threads: https://www.threads.net/@drandygalpin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-galpin-a90a2b262 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3yUVD3r Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4enqDth Timestamps 00:00:00 Protocols to Improve VO2 Max 00:03:08 Sponsors: LMNT & Vitality Blueprint 00:06:28 Improve VO2 Max, First Principles 00:10:43 Training Program Framework for Improving VO2 Max 00:19:18 Tool: Protocol to Improve VO2 Max, Metamorphosis Program 00:25:34 Sponsors: Eight Sleep & Momentous 00:28:38 Metamorphosis Program: Easy Days 00:37:08 Moderate Days, Tempo Intervals, Fartlek Training; Weeks 1-4 00:42:25 Week 5; Easy & Moderate Days; Repeats 00:47:25 Higher-Intensity Days, Power Intervals 00:53:57 Week 8, Assess VO2 Max, Cooper’s 12-Minute Test 00:55:16 Sponsor: AG1 00:56:47 Tool: First Marathon Training Program, Faster in 50 01:01:14 Faster in 50 Program: General Conditioning & Marathon Training Phases 01:04:36 Phase 1, Day 1 01:11:08 Phase 1, Week 1: Tempo Run, Fartlek Run, Cross-Train, Recovery Accelerators 01:15:21 Phase 2 & Increasing Endurance Training; Peak Week 01:21:25 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Subscribe & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Social Media #fitness #endurance #vo2max Disclaimer & Disclosures: https://performpodcast.com/disclaimer-disclosures
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