How is vVo2max calculated?

How do you determine your vVO2 max? Take yourself down to the track, run as hard as you can for six minutes (360 seconds) and record the distance covered. Calculate your velocity in metres/second to determine your vVO2 max. Let us assume you manage 1800 metres then vVO2 max is 1800 ÷ 360 = 5 metres/second.

What is a good VO2 max for a runner?

Elite male runners have shown VO2 maxes of up to 85 mL/kg/min, and elite female runners have scored up to 77 mL/kg/min. A good VO2 max for a 25-year-old male is 42.5-46.4 mL/kg/min, while a good value for a 25-year-old female is 33.0-36.9 mL/kg/min.

Is 5k pace VO2 max?

Your VO2 max occurs when oxygen consumption redlines—this usually happens at a speed slightly faster than 5k race pace. At this point, your heart rate is also maxed out, and you’re working pretty hard.

How can I improve my vvo2max?

How can you increase your VO₂ max?

1. Perform high-intensity interval training. This consists of doing several minutes of intense aerobic exercises, like cycling on a stationary bike, reducing the intensity for a few minutes, and increasing the intensity again.
2. Switch up aerobic activities in a single workout.

How accurate is Garmin VO2max?

Taken as a whole, the studies suggest that the Garmin methodology can give you a VO2 max estimate within about 5 percent of your true value.

How can I increase my vVO2max?

Research suggests that shorter intervals tend to be more effective at increasing the total amount of time spent at VO2max. Since the vVO2max is influenced by both the VO2max and running economy, any training that improves either VO2max or running economy should have a positive effect on vVO2max.

What is velocity at VO2max (vVO2max)?

The Velocity at VO2max (vVO2max) is the velocity, at which the maximal oxygen uptake occurs. It’s strongly linked to success in a range of endurance running events. And a highly effective training intensity. The good news is… the velocity at VO2max is highly trainable and can easily be improved with specific training. In this article we look at:

What is a good VO2Max for an 8 minute 3K?

For the 8minute 3k runner, the velocity at VO2max would be very close to 3k pace or speed. With the 15minute 3k runner, 3k pace would only equate to around 95% VO2max. For me I use 3km running speed for longer (1km) vVO2max intervals, and a slightly quicker running speed (close to 1500m pace) for shorter intervals.

How can I predict my VO 2 max score?

Using the result of a race (>1.5 km), it is possible to predict your VO 2 max score (Daniels 2005) [1]. For an estimate of your VO 2 max enter the race distance, your time and then select the ‘Calculate’ button. For an analysis of your VO 2 max score see the VO 2 max page.