But is it really the best? I can think of so many reasons why it isn’t, and I reckon it is just easy for him to do without diving too deep into one particular field (here: cycling).
- Focusses on a proxy (VO2max), which seems very unscientific to me. Like several people have mentioned, you wouldn’t prescribe grip exercises only just because grip strength strongly correlates with health and longevity. It seems dumb.
- Easy to stagnate due to not switching the stimulus.
- No proper periodization and progressive overload.
- Focusses on only two types of stimuli, which means other systems in your body aren’t adapting (as much).
- Monotonicity would kill motivation in many people.