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VO2 Max

VO₂max is the maximum rate at which the body can take in, transport, and use oxygen during intense exercise. It’s a key indicator of cardiovascular and aerobic fitness.

Interpretations are based on the updated reference standards from the 2022 Fitness Registry and the Importance of Exercise National Database (FRIEND).

Questionnaire

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Measurements

Mandatory: Assessment method, and VO2 max

Non-mandatory: N/A

Laboratory

Mandatory: N/A

Non-mandatory: N/A

Interpretations

Flag assignment and report content are generated to reflect the relevant combinations of data inputs from physical measurements.
🟢 Green flag: Indicates a VO₂ result that is categorised as fair, good, excellent or superior.

🟡 Amber flag: Indicates a VO₂ result that is categorised as poor or very poor.