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VO2 Max Calculator
Estimate your cardiovascular aerobic capacity using the scientifically-validated Cooper 12-Minute Run Fitness Test.
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Estimated VO2 Max
42.4ml/kg/min
Aerobic RatingAverage
Your estimated VO2 Max is 42.4 ml/kg/min, placing you in the Average fitness tier. Enhance your score through consistent high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and zone 2 aerobic base cardio.
Methodology & Formula: Cooper Aerobic Regression Formula
The Cooper test formula estimates cardiorespiratory fitness based on distance run over 12 minutes.
VO2 Max (ml/kg/min) = (Distance in meters - 504.9) ÷ 44.73.
Standard Reference Calculations
Running 2600 meters in 12 mins
Inputs: Distance: 2600m
Output: VO2 Max = 46.8 ml/kg/min
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common queries based on clinical literature and fitness research.
VO2 Max represents the maximum volume of oxygen (in milliliters) your body can transport and utilize per kilogram of body weight per minute during peak physical exertion. It is the gold standard of aerobic fitness.