How to use this calculator
- Choose a method and enter your details.
- For the walk test, walk 1.6 km as fast as you can and check your pulse at the end.
- See estimated VO2 max and fitness category.
How it works
The Uth method estimates VO2 max as 15.3 x max heart rate / resting heart rate. The Rockport walk test uses weight, age, sex, walk time and finishing heart rate. Categories are approximate age and sex norms.
Reading your result
| Excellent or good | Above average for age |
|---|---|
| Average | Typical |
| Below average or poor | Aerobic training recommended |
Physiotherapy treatment
Endurance assessment and conditioning is the core of physiotherapy for cardiorespiratory fitness. After an assessment, your physiotherapist sets a plan built around walking, cycling and interval training, progressed as your results improve. Hands-on treatment, pain relief and education are added where they help.
Exercises this calculator may recommend
Your result decides which of these appear, and at what dose.
Medical note
Calculators give estimates for general guidance and do not diagnose any condition. Stop and seek medical help for chest pain, fainting, sudden weakness or numbness, loss of bladder or bowel control, or severe or rapidly worsening pain. Always follow your surgeon's or doctor's instructions over any calculator.