Calculating VO2max—the gold standard for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness—has been popular amongst endurance athletes seeking to improve their athletic performance. But growing research shows VO2max is important for everyone to monitor—marathon runners and weekend warriors alike. 

VO2max is a strong predictor of many health outcomes and healthspan—the duration of life spent in good health without chronic diseases or age-related disorders. In fact, VO2max is a better indicator for cardiovascular health and all-cause mortality than other widely used predictors like smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol, and Diabetes status. The American Heart Association even published a seminal scientific statement in 2016 advocating for regular assessment of VO2max’s inclusion as a clinical vital sign. [1]

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