Whoop has introduced VO2 max estimation, giving users access to one of the most important markers for assessing cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance. The feature is now available to Whoop ...

That said, while VO2 max lab tests are the gold standard in terms of accuracy, not every runner needs to (or should!) get one. “I think [VO2 max testing] is becoming increasingly popular because ...

and can give you a ballpark figure of your VO2 max. Although, this estimate is based on your heart rate and how fast you’re moving, it is not nearly as accurate as in-lab testing. You can also ...

Colvin says to measure VO2 max you’ll need to be in an exercise medicine lab or a doctor’s office that offers the test. The test requires wearing a face mask over your mouth to measure your ...