VO2 max isn’t just for athletes. It’s for everyone.
VO2 max is the maximum volume (V) of oxygen (O2) the body consumes during exercise. Why is this important for longevity?
Muscle cells require oxygen to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP). AKA: fuel for your muscle cells. Oxygen is critical for aerobic energy production and VO2 max is sometimes referred to as your aerobic capacity. The higher the number, the more oxygen your body gets, the more energy your muscles have.
VO2 max naturally declines with age, so exercising regularly and starting early in life is important. (You want your VO2 max to start as high as possible.)
A high VO2 max is also linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and stroke, and a better quality of life in later years.
So what number is right for your age? Schedule a benchmark assessment at primaryprecisionmedicine.com and start your path to optimal health.
Longevity, guided.
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Primary Precision Medicine
Dr. Christopher Capicotto, DO
Longevity, guided.
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