AEROBIC FITNESS ASSESSMENTS
Know your engine. Train smarter, breathe better, and push your limits with purpose.
VO2 MAX ASSESSMENT
What It Is:
VO₂ max (or maximal oxygen uptake) is the gold-standard measure of your aerobic fitness — it tells us how efficiently your body can take in, transport, and use oxygen during exercise.
With VO2 Master’s portable analyzer, we can measure this out in the field, track, gym, or in-clinic — you won’t need a big lab setup.
How It Works:
During the test, you perform a graded exercise protocol (on treadmill, bike, or similar) while wearing a mask that samples your inhaled and exhaled gases.
The VO2 Master device tracks your oxygen consumption in real time and sends this data to its app.
From that data, we calculate your VO₂ max, your personalized heart rate/training zones, and other metabolic metrics.
Benefits:
Precision training: Get customized training zones based on your actual physiology, not just generic formulas.
Track real progress: You can benchmark your aerobic improvements over time — not just by how fast you go, but by how efficiently your body uses oxygen.
Improved longevity & health: Higher VO₂ max is linked to better cardiovascular fitness, lower risk of disease, and improved quality of life.
Versatility: Useful for athletes, but also for anyone wanting to optimize heart/lung health or rehab smarter.
Who It’s For:
Athletes looking to fine-tune performance, training intensity, and recovery.
Active individuals who want to understand their cardio fitness on a deeper level.
Anyone in rehab or recovering from injury who needs to safely re-build aerobic capacity.
Wellness-minded clients who are curious about their long-term health metrics, not just “how fast they can go.”
RESTING METABOLIC RATE ASSESSMENT (RMR)
What It Is
Your resting metabolic rate is how many calories your body burns while at rest — the energy required for your essential bodily functions (like breathing, circulating blood, and maintaining body temperature). Using the VO₂ Master analyzer, we can precisely measure your RMR to understand your baseline “calorie burn.”
How It Works
You’ll rest quietly (seated or slightly inclined) while wearing a lightweight mask connected to the VO₂ Master device.
The test begins with a “settle-in” phase (~5-10 minutes) to allow your breathing to stabilize, followed by a measurement period (~5-10 minutes) of normal, relaxed breathing.
During the test, the VO₂ Master tracks your oxygen consumption and, using that data, computes your resting energy expenditure (how many calories you burn at rest).
Benefits:
Personalized nutrition guidance: Knowing your real RMR helps create a diet plan for weight loss, gain, or maintenance that’s tailored to you.
Accurate metabolic insight: Rather than relying on generic formulas or online calculators, this is a data-driven way to see how your body actually functions at rest.
Smart training & wellness planning: This measurement helps us design your training, recovery, and nutrition strategy based on your unique metabolic rate — not guesswork.
Who It’s For:
Anyone who wants a realistic, personalized look at their calorie needs — whether for fat loss, gain, or maintenance.
Clients rebuilding strength or conditioning after injury — knowing your RMR lets us tailor your recovery plan more precisely.
Athletes or wellness-driven individuals who want to optimize their nutrition and their training for long-term health and performance.
Anyone ready to move beyond generic “calorie in, calorie out” models — to a smarter, science-backed plan.
VO2 Max Prep
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24-36 hours beforehand
- Avoid eating for at least 3-4 hours before
- Drink plenty of water in the 12 hours leading up to the test
- Do not consume caffeine, alcohol, or nicotine for 12-24 hours prior
- Wear comfortable workout clothes and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- Get adequate sleep the night before to ensure your body is well-rested
RMR Prep
- Do not eat, exercise, or drink coffee or alcohol for 5 hours prior to assessment
- Drink plenty of water in the 12 hours leading up to the test
- Do not smoke/consume nicotine 2 hours prior
- Do not participate in vigorous or high-intensity weight training 12 hours prior
- Arrive rested and relaxed (easier done in mornings)
