The TRUTH About VO₂ Max For Runners Over 50

The TRUTH About VO₂ Max For Runners Over 50

Author: Coach Parry September 29, 2025 Duration: 44:37

VO₂ max decoded! Brad and Coach Lindsey Parry explain what VO₂ max really measures, why it matters more after 50, how wearables/lab tests stack up, and the smartest way to raise it—balancing easy aerobic work, high-intensity efforts, and strength so you can perform better and age stronger.


Hosted by Coach Parry, The Faster Beyond 50 Podcast is a direct conversation for the experienced runner who knows their body is changing but refuses to let their goals slow down. This isn't about generic advice; it's a focused resource on the specific realities of training as an athlete over fifty. Each episode digs into practical strategies for intelligent recovery, because bouncing back stronger is the foundation for everything else. We tackle how to structure training to build resilience and avoid common aches, turning years of experience into a durable advantage. The discussions go beyond just logging miles, exploring how to adapt nutrition, mindset, and technique to sustain endurance and find new speed. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy pain-free runs for decades to come, this podcast provides the nuanced guidance you need. It’s a space where the wisdom of longevity meets actionable planning, all dedicated to helping you run stronger and feel better, regardless of the number on the birthday cake. Tune in for honest talks that respect your history in the sport while focusing squarely on your next finish line.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 62

The Faster Beyond 50 Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Is Your Running App Secretly Sabotaging You? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:47
Learn more about SmartRunning here. Is it safe to let AI be your running coach after 50?In this episode, Brad and Coach Lindsey pull back the curtain on artificial intelligence in the running world – from ChatGPT trainin…
The Protein Myth That’s Aging Runners Faster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:30
Coach Lindsey chats to Professor Mike Stroud - British physician, gastroenterologist and polar explorer - about the myths runners believe.We unpack why most athletes overemphasise protein, what actually supports longevit…
The 1 Habit Sabotaging Over-50 Fitness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:24
Welcome to this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast with Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry - where we help runners over 50 train smarter, recover faster, and stay injury-free.In today’s episode, we dive into the i…
From 1:38 to 1:27: How David Hoskin Got Faster After 50 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:41
Lindsey flies solo with Kiwi-in-Denmark runner David Hoskin, who’s on fire at the moment, six (now seven!) PBs from 5K to half-marathon in 2025. They unpack the master's running blueprint: truly easy easy runs, longer ae…
Why Running Slow Is Harder Than You Think [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:17
Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld tackle the questions every runner secretly struggles with - from why running slow feels so hard, to dealing with “runner’s trots,” hitting your marathon goals, and finding motivation…
The TRUTH About Heart Rate Variability For Runners Over 50 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:55
Unlock the power of HRV to recover smarter, sleep better, and run stronger after 50. Brad and Coach Lindsey unpack what HRV really means, how to use it as an early-warning system, and the simple tweaks (training, sleep,…
Runners Over 50: You’re Doing Your Long Runs WRONG! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:51
This episode dives into everything runners over 50 need to know — the right long runs, shoes for wide feet, and what “adaptive muscle shortening” really means. Plus, Coach Lindsey’s Berlin Marathon debrief and smart mobi…
75 Pounds Down & Faster at 60: Dan Radel's Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:45
From 75 pounds overweight during lockdown to a sub-55 10K podium finish at 60 years old - Dan Radel's journey is proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. In this episode, Brad and Lindseyy unpack how structu…
The Heat & Humidity Run Killer (& Other Questions) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:36
From “uh-oh, I need a bathroom NOW” moments to surviving heat & humidity, we tackle the real talk runners avoid. Coach Lindsey Parry joins Brad to unpack post-interval muscle spasms, the dark side of Strava, and whether…