VO2 Max Calculator
Estimate VO₂ max from a 12-minute Cooper run or from heart rates. The result updates as you type, with the working underneath so you can check it.
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Estimated VO₂ max
42.4 ml/kg/min
Average
- A field estimate, not a lab test. Fitness categories vary with age and sex.
Good to know: VO₂ max = (d − 504.9) ÷ 44.73
Please note: General estimate for information only. This is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and it may not suit your age, health, medication or pregnancy. Never use it to make a medical decision. Talk to a doctor or other qualified health professional about your own situation, and in an emergency call your local emergency number.
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Formula
VO₂ max = (d − 504.9) ÷ 44.73
Questions people ask
What is a good VO2 max?
Roughly 35–45 ml/kg/min is average for adults, and elite endurance athletes exceed 70.
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How we calculate this
We use the standard published formula or definition for this calculation, and we show the working so you can check it.
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