VO2 Max Testing

Ottawa VO2 Max testing

VO₂ max is the maximum rate of oxygen your body can take in per minute during exercise. It is one of the best indicators of cardiorespiratory fitness. The higher your VO₂ max, the better your heart, muscles, and lungs function. In fact, VO₂ max is one of the best predictors of overall longevity.


VO₂ max doesn’t just measure fitness—it is strongly associated with:

✅ Improved health span
✅ Improved lifespan
✅ Decreased risk of mortality

Increasing VO₂ Max Leads To:

✔️ Lower risk of death from cancer
✔️ Lower risk of all-cause mortality (non-accidental causes)
✔️ No upper limit—higher cardiorespiratory fitness always improves longevity!


The VO₂ Master Analyzer is the world’s first wireless, wearable VO₂ Max testing device—delivering lab-quality results without bulky equipment.

This cutting-edge technology measures oxygen consumption in real-time, providing instant insights into:
🔹 Cardiovascular fitness
🔹 Endurance levels
🔹 Performance potential

Whether you’re an athlete fine-tuning your training or simply aiming to improve fitness, VO₂ Master makes elite-level testing easy, efficient, and accessible.


Boosting your VO₂ Max requires consistent cardiovascular training and smart recovery strategies.

1. Zone 2 Training (Aerobic Base Work)

  • Long, steady sessions at 60-70% of max heart rate improve endurance and efficiency.
  • Example: Cycling, running, or rowing at a comfortable pace for 30-90 minutes.
  • No heart monitor? Use the “talk test”—you should be slightly out of breath but still able to hold a conversation with deep breaths between sentences.

2. Zone 5 Training (High-Intensity Interval Training – HIIT)

Example: Cycling, running, or rowing for 4 minutes, then recover for 4 minutes. Repeat 4 times.

Norwegian 4×4 Interval Training Protocol

4-minute intervals at 85-95% of max heart rate, followed by 4 minutes of active recovery.

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