VO2 max tests measure the maximum amount of oxygen an athlete can use during intense physical activity. The most common version involves running on a treadmill or cycling while connected to a mask that measures oxygen intake. The Balke test is a simpler version that estimates VO2 max by having the runner run as hard […]
VO2 max measures the highest amount of oxygen a person can use during exercise. It’s often used as a predictor of athletic performance, but cannot be directly correlated with success. VO2 max can be measured using body surface area and varies between sexes. Tests used to measure VO2 max are generally estimates, and regular aerobic […]
