Chapter 01 of 5
The Oxygen Edge
The biological mechanics of autologous blood doping in elite cycling.
- The Stakes
Oxygen is Currency
In endurance sports, the ability to transport oxygen to muscles is the ultimate differentiator between winning and losing.
- Mechanism
The Red Cell Engine
Red blood cells carry hemoglobin, the protein responsible for transporting oxygen from your lungs to your working muscles.
- Physiology
The VO2 Max Ceiling
Athletes are limited by their VO2 Max—the maximum volume of oxygen their body can utilize during intense exercise.
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💉 Operation Puerto: The Blood Bag Empire
- 01The Oxygen EdgeThe biological mechanics of autologous blood doping in elite cycling.
- 02The Madrid LaboratoryInside Eufemiano Fuentes' secret clinic and his 'miracle' protocols.
- 03Raid at the ApartmentThe Spanish Civil Guard uncovers the 200 blood bags of Operation Puerto.
- 04Code Names and Cover-upsDecoding the identities of 'Birillo,' 'Piti,' and the sports superstars.
- 05The Biological PassportHow the Puerto scandal revolutionized modern anti-doping surveillance.