Cardiovascular Capacity
VO₂max

VO₂max

Understanding VO₂max

VO₂max, or maximal oxygen uptake, is the gold standard for measuring cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance. It represents the maximum amount of oxygen your body can utilize during intense exercise, expressed in milliliters of oxygen per kilogram of body weight per minute (mL/kg/min). A higher VO₂max indicates better cardiorespiratory efficiency and overall fitness.

  • Higher VO₂max = Better Fitness: A 30–50% lower risk of early death is linked to higher VO₂max.
  • Key Health Benefit: Improved VO₂max reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.

Measuring VO₂max with the VO₂Master Pro

The VO₂Master Pro is a small, portable device that measures your VO₂max during exercise on a treadmill or ergmeter. It helps you understand how well your body uses oxygen.

  • Easy to Use: No heavy equipment, just a small device you wear during exercise.
  • Real-Time Results: Shows your VO₂max, ventilation, and heart rate while exercising.
  • Accurate: Provides reliable data to track your progress over time, with a 7.3% error rate in comparison to gold-standard tests. The VO₂Master Pro makes it simple to measure your VO₂max and improve your fitness.

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Cardiovascular Capacity