Vo2 max Flashcards
1
Q
what is vo2 max
A
the volume of oxygen that can be consumed while exercising at a maximum capicity
2
Q
how does a high vo2 max affect performance
A
-lots of oxygen can be consumed
-energy can be produced at a faster rate
-enabling athletes to work harder and longer
3
Q
how can you test vo2 max
A
can be estimated using the 12 minute cooper test or the beep test
4
Q
how can you train vo2 max
A
-continuous training, exercise minimum 20 minutes without rest
-maintain a hr between 65-85% hr max
5
Q
what factors affect vo2 max
A
-age -older the less
-lifestyle choices- the worse the less
-gender- men have higher vo2 max
-genetics- some people naturally inheret a higher vo2 max
-training- the more training the higher vo2 max
