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In today's video I travelled to Copenhagen to meet my new coach Victor Smangs to get my full current physiology tested including Vo2 max, calculation of my lactate threshold (LT1+LT2) and oxygen consumption in the working muscles which made for some interesting findings. The results from this testing will be used by my coach moving forward to tailor a individualised training plan for my marathon goals towards the end of the year.
I decided not to crop this video down into the usual 10-15 minute piece because I personally learnt lots from this discussion with sports scientist, Mads Taersboel, who undertook this test and clearly has years of expertese in this field- that I'm sure you may find of value too. If you enjoyed this content please leave a like, subscribe to the channel and feel free to drop any questions down below. Again a big thanks to Mads and Victor as both gave up their time and knowledge purely for the success of the content as well as there investment in me as an athlete. I would encourage you to both follow them on instagram for much more content on this style of training.
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@kimdecker8901 Месяц назад

Ben, your channel just hit a new PB with this episode! SO outstanding: It was like a short-course not only in what all this data means, but in how to put it into practice in training--and why it can be helpful (if collected, interpreted and applied intelligently). I learned so much, and the 50-odd minutes went by like THAT. Educational long-form content like this is so valuable, and I really appreciate your sharing this with us! More, please?!

@theghostofpcs2391 Месяц назад

That man can talk! It totally didn't feel like an almost hour long video, and wasn't too hard to understand. Very interesting.

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

I tried to crop the video down but I just couldn’t. Too much value 🫡

@piotrsiwy9728 Месяц назад

@@BenIsRunning Thanks Ben for putting this up for us!

@cathscratch Месяц назад

This is such an excellent breakdown of the testing and the correlation between the values and then the suggested training improvements. Thanks for the long form share!!

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@flolin8766 Месяц назад

Yeah better to hear real experts on this matter than pseudo experts doing 10sec Tiktok about these topics.

@Steffruns Месяц назад

This is the best RU-vid video I’ve ever seen in regards to explaining data driven training. Thanks for sharing this Ben. 👍🏼

@Slikkslakk Месяц назад

Time to NEVER get my VO2 max professionally tested so I can say mines higher than Ben’s based on my watch’s terrible guessing.

@user-bd8mb2zc1x Месяц назад

What does your watch say your vo2 max is?

@Justgio2008 Месяц назад

My watch says i have a 65 so i guess ill keep that delusion that my vo2 max is higher than his

@erik556 Месяц назад

this seems like the right move 😂

@drewman747 Месяц назад

I’m almost 52 years old, and according to my watch, my VO2 max is higher than my age, but just barely. Anyway, I am proud of my numbers, because I have worked very hard to get where I’m at, but I know I still have some work to do.

@tinakleven1530 Месяц назад

I got mine tested in the lab twice and both times it was actually way better than what my watch predicted (70 and 69 vs the watch's 52-57). Just saying, lab testing can go both ways ;) (it didnt help me run any faster though, ref my shitty watch prediction)

@IamArloFischer Месяц назад

Full points for Victor's moustache. Ben, you've got some catching up to do with the styling! hahahah

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

I try😂 Don’t think I can ever rival that masterpiece

@krzysztoftylek787 Месяц назад

The vo2 max discussion and Frodeno vs Blumentfelt discussion was eye opening. Looking forward to more of this kind of videos. Keep up the good work

@Pilot_king Месяц назад

Yes! A long video with the best RU-vid content, ben you give much inspiration while the training is hard , Thanks a lot!

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Enjoy! It’s a lengthy one but I hope some can take away as much from it as I did :)

@kheok2841 Месяц назад

His VO2 Max was measured at 61, you're welcome guys

@froggerabc Месяц назад

Thanks for helping avoid the very long in the tooth click bait title.

@addohm Месяц назад

Thanks. 61 is not low.

@patrickclarke1462 Месяц назад

It's low for the paces he can run relatively

@skiesyh6179 Месяц назад

@@froggerabc The title isn’t click bait. Ben runs sub 15 minute 5ks and a 2:24 marathon, his VO2 Max should be much higher than 61

@runnin3216 Месяц назад

Yeah, in comparison, I've been tested at 66.7 and I've never broken 17 for 5K. Guess I have horrible efficiency.

@sashapruss6089 Месяц назад

The fact that you have only been running since 2019 is insane! You're doing great!

@vayde Месяц назад

What on earth is that balloon thing haha nice one Ben, excited to see these future Marathons with all the smart training ahead.

@grahammcclean6026 Месяц назад

Would also like to know!

@marinai1306 Месяц назад

man that's great, proper running science lecture! will come back to it to make sure all the info is registered but the expression on your face throughout the whole thing is priceless😅

@robertburpee9473 Месяц назад

Great take away's here Ben, what stood out for me other than your incredible potential, is the complexity of the human body & how the same metric value for one individual can't really be compared to another and can in fact be completely different for another. Then the way we attain efficiency is so individualized across so many different metrics . ............. It's fascinating and crazy all at the same time. Thank you so much for being willing to and taking the time to post this for all of us

@kenchi7686 Месяц назад

Nice to see a video longer than 20 mins. Should do some more of these. Sometimes I just play and listen while running.

@StoeyRS Месяц назад

Congratulations on hitting 100k subs. You are a big deal now ;). No but I appreciate the content throughout the years!. Keep going strong and stay healthy!

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Thanks mate 😂

@thewattlife Месяц назад

Love the geeky content! Nice one Ben

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Cheers max! Plenty more to come I’m sure 👌🏼

@k07- Месяц назад

⁠can’t wait for more of this 👌

@runnerfromhel Месяц назад

That is an insightful watch, for that comparison of the data between Victor and you. Two different athletes who started later in life. Looking forward to seeing those long progressive sessions.

@mikestevenson1334 Месяц назад

Loved this data-focused video, Ben! Damn, that heat looked brutal though =D

@FlyingVneckSweater Месяц назад

This video was so educational! The analysis of your running metabolism and the comparison of the tri-athletes was revelatory! I love this uber nerdy content and as a 44 y/o who only started running 3 years ago, recently became a dad, has a job and wants to get as quick as i can before i shuffle of my mortal coil, this is gold! I'd also be really intrested in hearing about the wind bag that was suggested... Love the channel, the lack of ego, i hope you crush your goals and that your moustache goes more handlebar/el bandito! 🤜🏼🤛🏻

@oysteinjohannessen9332 Месяц назад

The best episode on your channel. Just wow! The part about Vo2 max vs efficiency should be mandatory for all endurance athletes to learn. Good thing you came to Scandinavia to learn it as it was there they really started using this type of data. Kristian Blummenfelt (as mentioned in the video) and Jacob Ingebritsen are two «data driven» athletes from Norway

@iberiksoderblom Месяц назад

As a 60+ year old, I would love to do a test like this once or twice a year, until I drop dead one day. Would be some awesome data. This was a great video!

@markbateman9222 Месяц назад

I reckon it's agood idea to get some coaching advice. From personal experience, the main problem with being a self coached runner is not in laying down a longe term training proramme but that it is too tempting to alter the programme after a disappointing race or even a couple of sessions that don't go well. A coach helps you put these things in perspective and makes it easier to stick to the plan. The added benefit of testing like you went through is that the programme can be based on accurate, detailed knowledge of your current strengths and weaknesses as a runner. Great video, Ben, thanks a lot for this!

@grgr6720 Месяц назад

Speaking about running in the heat... I am on holiday in Greece where there is currently a heatwave of 41-42 degrees C.. Went for a 10K early this morning with the temperature around 36C under the sun and around 100m of elevation. The relative effort number in Strava was the same with my last 32K long run at 15C back home. I felt this 10K more tired than 32K... Crazy don't you think? 😅😅😅🤢🤢

@Omanjack Месяц назад

Great video overall and such brilliant explanations from Mads, I really feel like he was able to explain high level concepts at a simple level. It will be interesting to see another test(s) an analysis in the future.

@HenrikScharling-if5xw Месяц назад

Thanks Ben for sharing this video and your data. It’s really inspiring and I hope you will share much more about your training plan towards Berlin. I am doing Berlin myself so look forward to see how you plan to structure your training. Keep up the good work!

@liljemark1 Месяц назад

Wow, thanks for sharing this, Ben! Loved to listen the insights offered here. Had to watch this in one go, so interesting!

@buffaloj0e Месяц назад

Super interesting stuff, much appreciation to you Ben for putting it together and so glad to hear Mads amazing knowledge. Exciting times ahead, good luck with the training Ben, can’t wait to see the results.

@Ryan.Thomson Месяц назад

I never considered that Vo2 max testing could be done outside of a lab. Really interesting!

@SHOCKWAV Месяц назад

1 hour video before my Friday run, let's go!

@pappamea4750 Месяц назад

Same! 😊

@paulbailey7641 Месяц назад

Need to watch this more than once but learnt a lot. Thanks Ben and the other 2 👍

@csisnandi490 Месяц назад

Super interesting video, I highly appreciate that you did not cut it short, this way everyone could understand the big picture. Maybe would you be able to provide me with a link to that ballon thing? Thank you!

@hannesbengtsson7164 Месяц назад

Thanks, Ben! Amazing insights and behind the scenes info. Both Victor and Mads seem super knowledgeable, hope this will elevate your running still further. Love the long video format! Wish you great running!

@nickkeable9993 Месяц назад

Great episode - as much detail on why we run at the different thresholds as I've heard anywhere! Intuitively I also think I need more volume at a lower pace to improve, I really need a lab test having watched this 😳

@caiocipolatti3030 Месяц назад

what a banger! love the analisis and all the insight there!

@MichaelThP Месяц назад

Congratulations on 100k! Nobody deserves it more! Keep up the amazing content Ben!

@mcichocki Месяц назад

Excellent content/discussion, in particular the bits about importance of efficiency and as a Moxy user I enjoyed the 41 minute mark (muscular O2 extraction/utilization). I have a similar MO2 profile where I can wring out nearly all the O2 available, my aerobic base is my biggest limitation currently.

@tychepi6576 Месяц назад

Thank you for sharing this Ben!

@davidsheartisrunning Месяц назад

Interestingly, when I was in my mid-late 20's my VO2 max was between 76 - 81 ml/kg, yet I never reached national level, as although I could push myself to the limit I never had the psychological strength; when it mattered I folded ! I could win or post half decent times when it did not matter. I ran sub 50 10 mile and a 4:00 mile which was not good enough. Expressing a personal view, data driven training is an illusion which is vanity driven, The Emperor's New Clothes. Look at mid - long distance club runners 40 years ago and so many were running sub 30 minute 10k pace and mostly worked full time. Doing that testing in those conditions was pretty pointless as so much energy and hence heart rate etc will be used to cool down and change vascular peripheral resistance among other parameters. Running efficieny I believe is a key to running fast.

@nauding1035 Месяц назад

Great 😮 how did you get such a high vo2 max what did your training look like ?

@DerekGreen123 Месяц назад

@@nauding1035 I'm no expert, but if what I have read is true, then VO2max is highly genetics dependent. You are born with a natural range (some people higher than others) and training will allow you to get to the highest part of your own range. It's a little sad to think of it this way, but most Elite Level athletes can be determined from birth.

@Anwrimos23 Месяц назад

I run for years and I have vo2 max of 55 I started from 40 so with hard work you can reach your goals

@yellowfolder Месяц назад

@@DerekGreen123it’s why the old adage of “if you want to be a professional athlete, choose your parents wisely” is often repeated. Genetics be key.

@alexmoffat Месяц назад

Super interesting both the testing and the discussion afterwards.

@timawn Месяц назад

Super interesting video, especially hearing how they apply all the stats gathered in training etc 👌

@SharaRuns Месяц назад

Interesting video, Ben. Good to know what you can improve on and that there's potential to get even better 👍

@PaulMcCart-li3rv Месяц назад

Found this very interesting. Links in to the video James did analysing your running style. Shows how efficient your technique is. My daughter has been running a year and she was tested and came out at 56. Obviously nowhere the times that you run and prob never will. As the tester said it is just a number which doesn't relate to your times or ability. Really looking forward to seeing your journey with a coach.

@groupsimon6501 Месяц назад

Very interesting insights, thanks for this special content and congrats on your 100k. Is it possible to get this balloon?😊 I ´ m excited for your next training vlogs 🥸

@severiner7168 Месяц назад

A geeky super interesting video. A lot to think about! It does show the importance of working on all aspects but it was really interesting to hear, you are ok on those, let's focus on the other areas that can see most improvement. Great!

@tundra77 Месяц назад

Love these longer videos. Great work Ben ‼️

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching

@28mouse85 Месяц назад

That guys moustache is absolutely criminal

@maikolmaikolmaikol Месяц назад

You've been hit by // Víctor's moustache / smooth criminal 🕺🕺

@johnarleentaninecz2867 Месяц назад

I find inspiration and training ideas in your content. Thank you, Ben.

@Back2running Месяц назад

Great video really insightful made me think about my new training block and to mix it up more. Thank you !

@1985Heritage Месяц назад

I'm not an elite but I enjoy your videos. I'm from Norfolk, when will you attempt to break the Great Yarmouth parkrun record?

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

I’m not elite either even though I certainly have aspirations to reach that level :) parkrun records are no more I believe so never 😂

@1985Heritage Месяц назад

@@BenIsRunning I think you're definitely heading the elite way! Err... it would have been great to see you trying that one. 😀 Never mind. Keep up with the good stuff! All the best

@ErLong1800 Месяц назад

Great video! Anyone curious about the balloon thing for training your lungs, I think it is called: Breathe Way Better Isocapnic Respiratory Training System

@patrickclarke1462 Месяц назад

Great informative video loved it.. have a feeling this coach could to take you another level.. look foward to ypur next in regular conditions

@MrHaggyy Месяц назад

Awesome video. Our VO2 max is quite similar, but pace wise you are in a completely different league. Breathing heavy in a comfortable position and then holding your breath untill you feel the urge to breath is also a great exercise/meditation to increase the breathing. But that ballon will put much more work on your lungs for sure.

@bretstevens262 Месяц назад

Awesome stuff! Definitely on the nerdier side of running, but I loved it!

@Dadifreyrg Месяц назад

Loved this video Ben!! I should be working but I can't stop watching😂

@Pbat23 Месяц назад

Nice Swapfiets! The blue tire bike that is taking Europe by storm!

@jimmyrunsoz Месяц назад

Thanks for posting, Ben.

@runtoyoufast1727 Месяц назад

Im sorry but isnt this just bad testing? 28 degree heat is gonna have a massive effect on your performance and the next test you do in normal weather is gonna tell you nothing about how much youve improved unless its also in 28 degree heat, why didnt you guys just do it inside or early in the morning when you found out that it was gonna be Hot?

@Rareos 23 дня назад

Probably because it was a meeting between his coach and his coach’s coach coordinating flights and busy schedules.

@misterbelll Месяц назад

Great video... much appreciated. Greetings from Perth, Australia...👍👍

@huyphongleedomedia315 Месяц назад

nice video, great work Ben. And congrats to 100k subcribers :)

@allewrruntorp801 Месяц назад

Very interesting video Ben🎉😊 I am just interested what your coros said your vo2 max was?

@daniel_nel Месяц назад

Super interesting!! Great video.

@lus921 Месяц назад

Very interesting Ben. Kudos for sharing this

@efthymiosgazis1185 Месяц назад

Really interesting informations. Thank you very much.

@StevenNeeson Месяц назад

Great video. I really enjoyed listening to this 😊 thank you

@saikame5833 Месяц назад

In my 20's when I got tested I was in the 95th percentile. I haven't been tested since but I'm also nowhere near as active. I used to walk to class every day, play basketball for hours everyday, and run a 5k before going to class every day. Nowadays, I'm willing to bet my vo2 is trash tier. BUT I am starting to get back into doing 5k's every morning and cross training with calisthenics.

@MZ-bm5fp Месяц назад

Super interesting how much velocity can influence the Speed. My Last vo2 max result was 68% coming from cycling, but my fastest hm was "Just" 1:25 compared to your PB with a vo2 of 61 ☝️

@MrEirik3000 Месяц назад

Now this is high quality content!

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@vivpm Месяц назад

Very interesting! Shame about the high temperature but what a cool experience!

@RunwithMatt Месяц назад

So interesting!! Great video 🙌

@MrMurphyz102 Месяц назад

Almost never comment on RU-vid videos but that was very enjoyable and interesting to watch. Good work and best of luck with the run into Berlin

@romanbanias1182 Месяц назад

Very interesting - many thanks Ben

@stevenmcfarlane6010 Месяц назад

Opening shots are where my mate stays. Bloody love CPH. Easily best city in Europe.

@mikew6840 Месяц назад

I would swap my VO2 max for your marathon time anyday!! 🙌

@amandawalker4510 Месяц назад

Wow wow, great explanation 👏 🎉

@ryankennedy7132 Месяц назад

Video is making me actually want to do something with my Sports Science degree

@dpc104 Месяц назад

your running economy must be incredible Ben and like he said, all that really matters is velocity at Vo2Max not the number. Had my Vo2Max lab tested a few months ago and scored 62, ive got a HM PB of 76:02, I'd take your times over my Vo2Max anyday haha

@christianschobinger1131 Месяц назад

Brillant information, thx for sharing 😁👍

@BenIsRunning Месяц назад

Glad it was helpful!

@gringofitness3030 Месяц назад

Great content mate

@AugherAndy Месяц назад

Brilliant video

@arceus54321 Месяц назад

If you did this in a lab or more controlled setting, your vo2 max would be a lot higher. The weather probably reduced it by at least 5 points. Your race results prove that