VO2 Max Test Flashcards
(14 cards)
1
Q
What is the vo2 max test?
A
Measures an individual’s ability to transport and utilise oxygen
2
Q
What else is at the O2 max test known as
A
Maximal oxygen uptake/consumption test
3
Q
What is the V02 max the gold standard measure for
A
Cardiorespiratory fitness
4
Q
What does the ramp incremental look like
A
A straight diagonal line
5
Q
What does the step incremental look like
A
Steps in a diagonal line
6
Q
How long does the V02 max test usually last for
A
8 to 12 minutes
7
Q
How long is each stage in the VO2 max test
A
1 to 2 minutes
8
Q
Normative data:
Very poor
A
<25
9
Q
Normative data:
Poor
A
25-30
10
Q
Normative data:
Fair
A
31 to 34
11
Q
Normative data
Good
A
35 to 38
12
Q
Normative data:
Excellent
A
39 to 41
13
Q
Normative data:
Superior
A
More than 41
14
Q
How to improve your V02 max
A
example is altitude training
