Aerobic Capacity

Question 1

Define aerobic capacity

Answer 1

The ability of the body to inspire, transport and utilise oxygen to perform sustained periods of aerobic activity

Question 2

Define VO2 Max

Answer 2

The maximum amount of oxygen inspired, transported and utilised per minute during exhaustive exercise

Question 3

What is VO2 Max measured in?

Answer 3

Millilitres per kilogram per minute

ML/KG/MIN

Question 4

What are the 4 factors affecting VO2 Max?

Answer 4

Physiological makeup
Age
Gender
Training

Question 5

What effect does physiological makeup have on VO2 Max?

Answer 5

Greater efficiency of cardiovascular and respiratory systems and muscle cells means better intake, transport and utilisation of oxygen

Question 6

What effect does age have on VO2 Max?

Answer 6

After early 20’s, VO2 Max declines due to loss of elasticity of blood vessels and lung tissue walls

Question 7

How does gender effect VO2 Max?

Answer 7

Females have a lower VO2 Max as the have a higher fat percentage and smaller lung volumes on average

Question 8

What effect does training have on VO2 Max?

Answer 8

Aerobic training causes increased strength of respiratory muscles and myoglobin and mitochondria which increases the efficiency to inspire, transport and utilise oxygen

Question 9

What are the 4 tests for VO2 Max?

Answer 9

Direct gas analysis
Cooper 12 minute run
Harvard step test
Multi stage fitness test