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Maximal Oxygen Consumption VO 2 max. Criteria for VO 2 max. Plateau or leveling of VO 2 with increasing power outputs Attainment of age-predicted maximal HR RER >1.15 Blood lactate > 8 mmole. VO 2 max Test Protocols. Continuous Protocols Discontinuous Protocols Single Stage
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Criteria for VO2max • Plateau or leveling of VO2 with increasing power outputs • Attainment of age-predicted maximal HR • RER >1.15 • Blood lactate > 8 mmole
VO2max Test Protocols • Continuous Protocols • Discontinuous Protocols • Single Stage • Multiple Stages
Factors Affecting VO2max • Exercise Mode • Genetics • State of Training • Gender • Body Size and Composition • Age