VO2 max
Type: concept Aliases: VO2maxmaximal oxygen uptake
- Systems Analogy The maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during all-out hard physical exercise.
- Formal Definition The maximal rate of oxygen consumption measured during incremental exercise, reflecting aerobic physical fitness and cardiovascular efficiency.
Mentioned In
- Lifestyle PracticesVO2max Retention and Cardiorespiratory Aging
- Conceptcardiorespiratory fitness, stroke volume
Scientific Sources & Literature Citations
- [1] Empirical Study Hawley JA, Noakes TD. Peak power output during an incremental test is the best predictor of 20-km time-trial performance in well-trained cyclists. Eur J Appl Physiol Occup Physiol. 1992;64(6):527-532. ↗
"VO2 max represents the ceiling of the cardiorespiratory system's capacity to transport oxygen to skeletal muscles during exhaustive exercise."