Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MD VO2 max measures the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise. It ...

VO2 max, also known as maximal oxygen consumption, is a measure of how much oxygen the body can use during intense exercise. “VO2 max is the best measure of cardiorespiratory fitness,” says Andrew ...

In a few short years, the concept of “threshold” has gone from niche sports science jargon to mainstream obsession. You want to follow Peter Attia’s advice and maximize your longevity by exercising in ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When I first started running, I always tried to aim to run at a fast pace, which constantly made me feel ...

You should want to know your VO2 max for many reasons. Athletes who seek optimal performance by taking part in competitions learn valuable information from tests that measure your maximum heart rate, ...

I was having a great conversation with one of our fit, longtime members about VO2 max. I told him that I should do a column on it. When you Google VO2 max, it states: VO2 max is the measure of the ...

A new study, involving nearly 800 older adults, points out the factors most associated with higher VO2 max. Researchers and experts explain how to increase VO2 max, especially as you age. Numerous ...

Your VO2 max score offers invaluable insights into your health and fitness. A 2018 cohort study involving more than 120,000 participants found that the better your VO2 max, the lower your risk of ...

When runners talk physiology, two terms tend to dominate the conversation: VO2 max and lactate threshold. Although the two metrics are related, they are not the same – and they shape performance in ...

In a few short years, the concept of “threshold” has gone from niche sports science jargon to mainstream obsession. You want to follow Peter Attia’s advice and maximize your longevity by exercising in ...

It’s hardly surprising for elite athletes to have higher VO2 max scores, but this takes it to an entirely new level. VO2 max measures oxygen use during exercise and indicates cardiovascular fitness ...