Training and movement
Raising VO2 maxfor cardiovascular fitness and endurance
Train consistently to improve VO2 max, supporting cardiovascular health, energy production, and longevity.
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Updated 23 September 2026
“VO2 max is a measure of your cardiovascular health... it reflects the ability of the cardio respiratory system to deliver oxygen to the muscle.”
a performance scientist with a psychology PhD · Source
What to do
Train consistently to improve VO2 max, supporting cardiovascular health, energy production, and longevity. This entry applies for cardiovascular fitness and endurance.
What the experts say
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a performance scientist with a psychology PhDRecommends
“VO2 max reflects cardiovascular health and the ability to deliver oxygen to muscles, which is essential for energy production and preventing fatigue during physical activity.”
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a Stanford-educated anesthesiologistRecommends
“Consistently training for a higher VO2 max is important because VO2 max diminishes with age and training helps maintain the ability to do activities that bring joy.”
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