Am I "Winning" at Fitness? (V02 max and MORE with Phil Skiba, DO)

In this episode of the Your Doctor Friends podcast, the hosts delve into the topic of VO2 max, a key indicator of cardiorespiratory fitness. They kick things off with a light-hearted story about presidential fitness tests before welcoming Dr. Phil Skiba, an exercise physiology expert, to shed light on VO2 max testing. Dr. Skiba walks us through the testing process, discussing its limitations—noting that it's not very accessible or useful for most people—and introduces alternatives like critical power. He explains that while VO2 max is crucial for elite athletes, the average person should prioritize regular exercise over striving for a specific VO2 max figure. The episode wraps up with Dr. Skiba recommending beet juice as a way to enhance oxygen efficiency.