VO2 max

VO2 max

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Heard in 4 episodes across 2 shows since Jun 2026

VO2 max is the maximum rate of oxygen consumption attainable by an individual during intense physical exertion. It is widely used as a gold standard measurement of cardiorespiratory fitness and aerobic endurance. The value is typically expressed either as an absolute rate in liters of oxygen per minute or normalized to body mass.

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4
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Jun 2026

Expert statements

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3 positive · 1 negative

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5 statements · 3 positive · 1 negative · 1 neutral

  1. Dr. Andy GalpinPositiveSep 17, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

    Laboratory gas-analysis testing can measure true VO2 max.

    “we can actually run a VO2 max test where you put a mask on, collect all your gases, and run you to there”

    Listen at 26:21

    Open the episode · Essentials: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Dr. Andy Galpin
  2. Dr. Andy GalpinPositiveSep 17, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

    Minimum VO2-max benchmarks are about 35 for men and 30 for women.

    “in general, for men, a minimum number we want to look at here is 35 milliliters per kilogram per minute. And for women, that'd be about 30.”

    Listen at 34:14

    Open the episode · Essentials: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Dr. Andy Galpin
  3. Dr. Andy GalpinPositiveSep 17, 2026· Huberman Lab Essentials

    Higher VO2-max targets are above 50 for men and above 50 for women, with men ideally above 55.

    “I want to see men above 50, and I'm not even really stoked until I get above 55. In fact, if I want to see men above 55, I really want to see women above 50.”

    Listen at 34:25

    Open the episode · Essentials: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Dr. Andy Galpin
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