Hi, Team.
In this episode of The Amazing Runner’s World Show, Jeff is joined by Kristen Wagner, senior health and fitness editor, to talk about Jeannie Rice’s incredibly high VO2 max. The world record-holder has the highest V02 max (47.8) ever recorded for a woman over the age of 75. We share what VO2 max actually means and whether it’s really possible to improve yours as you get older. Plus, Kristen shares the best type of workout to boost your own.
RW+ members can watch the full episode below.
In a previous episode, Monique LeBrun, RW’s health and fitness editor, talked about training for her first half-marathon and the new experience of doing long runs. As she has learned, sometimes you just need to take a break somewhere in the middle. It’s a topic that RW contributor Ashley Mateo explored in her recent article, “Is It Okay to Take Breaks During Long Runs?”
Monique talked with Jeff about her long runs—and how a concessions stand at a baseball field saved her after a fueling mistake. We also discussed how you might find yourself pausing for a bathroom pit stop, or even plot out your long efforts to take advantage of gas stations for water and snacks.
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Jeff is Runner-in-Chief for Runner’s World and the director of product testing. He has tested and reviewed running shoes, GPS watches, headphones, apparel, and more for nearly two decades. He regularly tests more than 100 pairs of shoes each year, and once had a 257-day streak running in different models. Jeff can usually be found on the roads, racing anything from the mile to a marathon, but he also enjoys racing up mountains and on snowshoes. When he’s not running, you’ll probably find him hanging from a ladder making repairs and renovations to his house (he’s also director of product testing for Popular Mechanics).
Kristen Wagner joined the Runner’s World and Bicycling team as a senior health & fitness editor in November 2024 with a decade of magazine editorial experience. In her role, she prioritizes content that supports the brands’ marquee video programs and works closely with members on exclusive Train With opportunities. Since joining the team, Kristen has caught the bug for running! She completed her first 5K and looks forward to accomplishing longer race distances. Passionate about all things wellness, Kristen enjoys Pilates and long walks with her dog, Koda.
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