Cardiorespiratory Fitness (VO2 max)

CardioControl's performance diagnostics and sports-specific tailored analysis are accessible again from May 2021. The service provides a comprehensive series of tests for athletes looking to calibrate their sports watch and maximize their performance safely. Tests will begin with a five-minute warmup, followed by exercises that progressively increase in intensity performed on a treadmill or on a bicycle ergometer. These procedures help to evaluate the maximum heart rate (HRmax) and oxygen consumption (VO2max), and enhance training intensity zones. 

At STONE, health assessments and VO2max tests are performed in partnership with HAWQ to assess client's health and cardiorespiratory fitness. The VO2max test determines how effectively one's body processes oxygen, which is a crucial indicator of exercise capacity. This test is recognized as the gold standard for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness and predicting exercise capacity. A specialized HAWQ exercise physiologist conducts a series of tests over 60 minutes to establish baseline health and fitness, followed by a 45-minute debrief. The data obtained from these tests are utilized to design individualized training programs aimed at optimizing cardiovascular training.

The VO2Max test, by numenor, involves assessing an individual's maximum oxygen uptake during intense physical activity. This procedure is executed using specialized equipment, such as a treadmill or a stationary bike, and an oxygen mask connected to a gas analysis system. The health provider carefully monitors the individual's heart rate, oxygen consumption, and carbon dioxide production, progressively increasing the exercise intensity until the individual reaches their limit. Throughout the test, this provider ensures the individual's safety and accuracy of the measurements, guiding them through the stages of the exercise protocol.

Biohax conducts the Vo2 Max Test to measure aerobic capacity and cardiovascular fitness. The test is performed in Miami, FL, under the supervision of healthcare professionals in a clinical setting. Participants undergo a gradual increase in exercise intensity while using either a treadmill or a stationary bike. A mask connected to a machine records oxygen consumption and heart rate. This systematic approach allows for precise data collection and analysis of endurance levels, aimed at enhancing performance and longevity.

VO2 Max testing, as conducted by LBSM, is an exhaustive process that evaluates a person's aerobic fitness and health levels. The procedure requires the patient to exercise to the point of exhaustion while breathing through a face mask. The test can be carried out either on a Watt bike or a treadmill. The intensity of the exercise gradually increases until the participant reaches maximal effort. The face mask measures the volume of air breathed in and out during exercise, enabling the calculation of how much oxygen the individual can consume during maximal effort.

At My Vital Metrics, VO2 Max Testing is performed as a submaximal test due to the confines of the lab environment. This test measures the maximum volume of oxygen an individual's body can process during intense exercise. The procedure involves the participant exercising while wearing a mask that directs all exhaled air into a machine. The intensity of exercise steadily increases until sufficient data is collected, at which point the participant is allowed to cool down and rest. This procedure utilizes either a stationary bike or treadmill. By examining one's VO2 Max, My Vital Metrics provides insightful interpretations about fitness levels and cardiovascular adaptability.