Most people think cardio is just about burning calories or “getting fitter.” It’s not.

In this episode of Inside The Locker, we break down five overlooked ways cardiovascular training directly improves how you think, work, recover, and age.

From sharper decision-making and improved stress tolerance, to deeper sleep and faster recovery between strength sessions, cardio quietly upgrades the systems that matter most for high performers.

We also unpack why VO₂ max is the single strongest predictor of longevity, and why improving it might be the smartest investment you can make in your future health.

If you’ve been treating cardio as optional, this episode will change how you see it.

Most people think cardio is just about burning calories or &ldquo;getting fitter.&rdquo;&nbsp;It&rsquo;s not.
In this episode of Inside The Locker, we break down five overlooked ways cardiovascular training directly improves how you think, work, recover, and age.
From sharper decision-making and improved stress tolerance, to deeper sleep and faster recovery between strength sessions, cardio quietly upgrades the systems that matter most for high performers.
We also unpack why VO₂ max is the single strongest predictor of longevity, and why improving it might be the smartest investment you can make in your future health.
If you&rsquo;ve been treating cardio as optional, this episode will change how you see it.

The Lockeroom Gym Podcast is crafted exclusively for business executives. Hosted by Lockeroom co-founders Lachlan Rowston and Raph Freedman, former hosts of Australia’s top health and fitness podcast, The Mind Muscle Project. Each weekly episode delivers one essential, science-backed health and fitness topic in 15 minutes or less. Gain access to exclusive advice, tips, and tools previously available only to Lockeroom's executive clients. Transform your life with practical insights on weight loss, strength, fitness, and overall well-being, from the fastest-growing private gym in Australia.

The Lockeroom Gym Podcast is crafted exclusively for business executives. Hosted by Lockeroom co-founders Lachlan Rowston and Raph Freedman, former hosts of Australia’s top health and fitness podcast, The Mind Muscle Project. Each weekly episode delivers one essential, science-backed health and fitness topic in 15 minutes or less. Gain access to exclusive advice, tips, and tools previously available only to Lockeroom's executive clients. Transform your life with practical insights on weight loss, strength, fitness, and overall well-being, from the fastest-growing private gym in Australia.

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