Below, a few of those takeaways.

Additionally, your VO2max influences how much energy everyday tasks require.

This could leave you with less energy for other activities later in the day, including exercise.

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Maintaining a high VO2max is crucial, and there’s one surefire way to do it.

“Nothing is better at improving VO2max than challenging VO2max,” Galpin says.

Nothing is better at improving VO2 max than challenging VO2 max.

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However, you shouldn’t jump from 0 to 100 in your training.

“It’s not realistic to be like, ‘Oh OK, I want to improve my VO2max.

I will do a heart rate max workout every day,'” Galpin adds.

“It’s not even advisableit’s not even the best way.”

Instead, approach it mindfully.

Remember, these workouts don’t have to be lengthy.

No matter where or when you start, prioritize your health and take it slow.

You’ll want to build your workout in intervals, reaching your VO2max as many times as you might.