A VO₂ Max test measures how effectively your body uses oxygen during exercise, giving you a clear picture of your fitness level and a baseline to work from.
What is VO₂ Max?
VO₂ Max measures the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise.
It provides a direct measure of your cardiorespiratory fitness and your body’s ability to meet physical demands.
Unlike estimates from watches and fitness trackers, a VO₂ Max test measures your body’s response directly.
Why have one?
Your VO₂ Max is an important measure of your overall fitness and is strongly associated with long-term health and longevity.
Knowing your VO₂ Max gives you a clear baseline, helping you understand your current fitness level, identify where there’s room for improvement and track how it changes over time.
You don’t need to be an athlete. VO₂ Max is relevant to anyone who wants to better understand their fitness and how their body is changing as they age.
Your Results
Your VO₂ Max report goes beyond a single fitness score, showing how your body responds as exercise intensity increases.
It measures your maximum oxygen uptake alongside heart rate, power, ventilation, breathing rate and tidal volume. It also identifies your VT1 and VT2 ventilatory thresholds, showing the points where your breathing and energy demands begin to change as exercise becomes more intense.
Your results are benchmarked to show how your VO₂ Max compares, giving you detailed data you can use to understand your current fitness and measure change over time.
How to book
We run VO2 Max appointments on Monday, Wednesday and Saturdays. Each appointment is 40 minutes long. To check availability and book, simply request a booking and we will contact you that day. Or call us at the store between 7:30am and 5pm or email us.
Or call 310-232-2322
info@wearebod.com
Your appointment
Your appointment is 40 minutes long and will have you exercising on your choice of either a running machine or stationary bike for around 15 minutes, with a BOD coach at your side. You will sweat, so wear exercise clothes and shoes. We have towels and wipes for your comfort.
FAQ
How should I prepare for a VO₂ Max test?
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When will I receive my results?
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Do I need to be fit to take the test?
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How often should I retest?
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