VO2maxtestaus
VO2maxtestaus, commonly referred to as the VO2 max test, is a cardiopulmonary exercise test designed to measure the maximal rate at which a person can take up and utilize oxygen during incremental physical work. The test provides an objective estimate of aerobic capacity and is expressed as VO2max, typically in milliliters of oxygen used per kilogram of body weight per minute (ml/kg/min).
During the test, the individual exercises on a treadmill or cycle ergometer while breathing through a mouthpiece
Interpretation centers on reaching criteria that support a true VO2max. Common indicators include a plateau in
Applications span athletic training, rehabilitation, and clinical assessment. VO2max informs conditioning prescriptions, monitors training progress, and