Former Aussie rules player turned TV pundit took on Cadel Evans record breaking VO2 max test from 20 years ago with surprising results.
Cadel Evans may have bowed out of pro cycling with a glittering palmares, but he also leaves behind the record for having the highest VO2 max ever recorded by the Australia Institute of sport.
The measurement essentially gets a handle on the body's ability to take in oxygen and feed the muscles; an essential natural ability for endurance sports like cycling.
Evans recorded a VO2max of 5.65 L.min-1 or 87 ml.kg-1.min-1 when he was tested as a very young rider 20 years ago.
This compares to Lance Armstrong's 6.10 L.min-1 or 81 ml.kg-1.min-1.
Ling gave it his absolute all cheered on by Cadel Evans, whose record stands despite a great effort.
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When former Australian Rules player turned TV pundit Cameron Ling tested himself against the benchmark set by Evans, with the great champion cheering him on, the results were pretty impressive.
The test was done just before the Great Ocean Road Race in Australia, where Evans bowed out.
Evans seemed genuinely surprised by the big man's power output; but the VO2 max record is safe for now.
There's some great footage here of Evans then and now and some good explain stats to help you get a handle on why power output and VO2 max is so important.
Hat tip, CyclingTips.com.au
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