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Mountaineering - Aerobic Power Development

Aerobic Power Development

VO2 Max... it’s a measure of the maximal oxygen consumption, as measured in milliliters of oxygen per kilogram per minute. In essence, it’s a measure of aerobic power. And it’s a rate - a rate that allows comparison amongst individuals of all athletic backgrounds, fitness levels, and ages. The most accurate way of measuring VO2 max involves elaborate equipment and processes known as open and closed circuit spirometry. Factors such as age, gender, body composition, and, of course, level of fitness will all influence VO2 max. But the benefit of knowing is simply gauging your level of aerobic power. It also serves as incentive for an objective level of improvement, and to determine an appropriate level of intensity for exercise. For example, if you’re able to train consistently at, say, 70-80% of your VO2 max, you can bet you’ll make significant fitness improvements. If you know V VO2 Max – velocity at max VO2 uptake, for running or cycling, then you train at a percentage of 100%. Early in the training season, the percentage is lower than 100 and the closer it gets to climbing season – the percentage is higher than 100 (but with less volume). One can raise their VO2 Max by 10-15%, but can raise their aerobic power by 20-30%!to phases which take into account sport-specific strengthening, aerobic power development, recovery, training volume increases and decreases associated with increases in intensity. These phases should detail what monthly, weekly, and daily training phases consist of. Proper nutrition, sleep and other recovery habits need to be cultivated.