Unfortunately, VO2 max decreases a lot faster when you stop straining than it increases with training. “Early on, you can see ...

VO2 max is presented as a number and represents the maximum amount of oxygen a runner can consume in millilitres per kilogram of body weight in one minute (mL/kg/min). Although that might sound ...

A low VO2 max significantly impacts both longevity and quality of life, particularly as individuals age. Research shows that people with low cardiorespiratory fitness face increased risks of ...

Whether you’re trying to crush a 5K, keep up in a HIIT class, or just feel less winded on the stairs, your VO2 max plays a major role. So, how do you figure out yours?

Your VO2 max is a measure of your fitness. Here's how to increase it without overdoing it.

VO2 max is one of the most accurate indicators of your cardiovascular fitness and also an important measure of your general health — here’s how to find out yours.

People with a low VO2 max might be more capable of pushing through the pain or discomfort of not getting enough oxygen during exercise — those hard-panting, muscles-burning sensations.

You might've heard the term VO2 max in the fitness world, but what exactly does it mean? Here's why VO2 max is important, how to test it, and how to improve it.

Cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London identifies two key factors of optimal heart health, and offers tips for adopting ...

How do you measure VO2 max? Colvin says to measure VO2 max you’ll need to be in an exercise medicine lab or a doctor’s office that offers the test.

Although a lab test has long been seen as the gold standard for measuring your VO2 max, experts now question whether we need to know this metric after all.

EXPERT ADVICE: What exactly is VO2 max testing? Who needs it? And what are the benefits? Xpress catches up with Sean Simonds, clinic director for Movement for Life Physical Therapy, to find out ...