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Podcast: The mindbodygreen Podcast
Episode: Expert insights on improving VO2 max for longevity
Description: “VO2 max is the single largest predictor of how long and how well you're going to live,” explains Andy Galpin, Ph.D.
In this episode, you’ll hear from:
Andy Galpin, Ph.D., a professor of kinesiology, Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University, on why VO2 max is the #1 predictor of lifespan and how to improve your VO2 max fast
Martin Gibala, Ph.D., professor of kinesiology at McMaster University, on whether heart rate zone or perceived exertion matters more
Abbie Smith-Ryan, Ph.D., a physiologist and exercis...