Why would a Triathlete need to do 20-second sprint intervals when their races last over an hour?
We sat down with world-champion coach Dan Lorang (coach to Lucy Charles-Barclay and Jan Frodeno) to explain why VO₂ max sessions are essential—even for long-course racing.
Discover how to execute these high-intensity sessions correctly, without triggering the wrong energy systems or risking injury.
0:00 Intro
0:57 What is VO2 Max Training?
02:20 Benefits of VO2 Max Training
3:23 Example VO2 Sessions (40/20s and 30/30s)
3:36 How to get the right intensity | Common Mistakes
05:53 When To Include VO2 Training
7:15 Managing Injury Risk | Swim & Bike vs. Run
9:07 Key Takeaways
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