VO2 Max

Survival of the Fittest. VO2 Max is a Key Predictor of Longevity

Understanding Cardiorespiratory Fitness

Cardiorespiratory fitness refers to the efficiency with which your body transports oxygen to muscles and extracts it for energy. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRP) is divided into TWO categories:

Maximum aerobic efficiency (Zone 2 training)

Peak aerobic output (Zone 5/Vo2 max)

What is VO2 max Testing?

A VO2 max test determines your body’s maximum ability to take up and utilize oxygen.

By maximizing energy production through oxygen, we minimize the build-up of fatiguing lactic acid. Elevating your VO2 max facilitates sustained high-intensity performance over longer durations.

Preparing for your VO2 Max Test

You will need to bring: Comfortable exercise clothing and running shoes

Avoid large meals 2 hours before the test

The VO2 max test is GRADED exercise test on a stationary bike until MAXIMUM Exhaustion lasting 20-30 minutes.

Retesting recommended every 3 months

Why are we Testing?

As we age, factors such as Vo2 max, lung function, and cardiac output decline significantly. Our goal is to empower YOU to reach the top 25% of YOUR age and sex group in terms of fitness.

Individuals in the bottom 25% of VO2 max had a nearly 400% higher risk of death compared to the top 25%.