Unlock Your Full Potential with VO2 Max Testing
At The Movement Standard, we offer Brisbane’s only advanced VO2 Max testing to provide you with in-depth insights into your cardiovascular fitness level.
This scientifically backed test is a game-changer for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike, helping you maximise your endurance, track your progress, and tailor your training for optimal results. Whether you're training for a marathon, improving your sport-specific performance, or simply aiming to enhance your overall health and longevity, VO2 Max testing gives you the critical data needed to reach your full potential.
Why VO2 Max Testing Matters
VO2 Max represents your body’s peak capacity to use oxygen as fuel, an essential measure of cardiovascular fitness. The higher your VO2 Max (measured in ml/kg/min), the more effectively you can produce energy for longer durations, leading to better endurance and power. Rather than relying on generalised training plans or the outdated “220 - your age” formula, VO2 Max testing provides accurate, actionable data tailored specifically to your body’s capabilities. It removes the guesswork from training, allowing you to track your progress, adjust your goals, and enhance your overall performance.
what’s involved in the test?
VO2 Max Test (Treadmill, Bike or Ergo) - $203
This standalone test involves incremental stages of increasing difficulty. After a brief warm-up, you’ll work through stages that progressively become harder until you reach exhaustion. This test typically takes under 30 minutes and is designed to measure your maximum oxygen consumption during exertion.
VO2 Max & Blood Lactate Test (Treadmill or Bike) - $250
Similar to the VO2 Max test, this protocol involves increasing stages of exercise. However, the test includes longer stages for more precise measurements of blood lactate levels, enabling us to accurately determine your lactate thresholds. The test lasts 40-60 minutes and involves blood sampling to gauge your lactate accumulation at specific work rates.
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Test - $88
Taking only 20 minutes, this test measures the energy your body uses at rest to fuel basic organ function. During the test, you'll remain seated or lying down while we collect data to assess your energy expenditure when your body is at its most relaxed.
How VO2 Max Testing Can Enhance Your Performance
The data collected during your VO2 Max test will provide a comprehensive picture of your cardiovascular and metabolic fitness, offering key insights such as:
Your VO2 Max score to determine your aerobic capacity
Personalised heart rate and training zones tailored to your fitness level
Ventilation thresholds (VT1 & VT2), which mark your body’s ability to cope with rising exercise intensities
Lactate thresholds (LT1 & LT2), showing when lactic acid begins to accumulate, affecting performance
Specific speed, wattage, or power zones to help optimise training efforts
Your Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), so you can fine-tune your diet and fuel intake for better performance and recovery
How to Prepare for Your VO2 Max Test
To ensure accurate results, follow these simple guidelines before your test:
Rest and fuel up properly: Avoid heavy meals or caffeine 2-3 hours before the test. Both can elevate lactate levels and affect your heart rate, skewing results.
Simulate race nutrition: If you're training for an event, use the same food and hydration plan you would during training or competition.
Wear appropriate clothing: Dress in your usual training attire, if you’re training for an event, feel free to wear race day gear.
If you're doing the test on a treadmill, make sure you have running attire and a water bottle. For cycling tests, bring cycling gear, towel and a water bottle. If you have a stationary trainer, like a Wahoo KICKR, or a customised cycling configuration, we encourage you to use it for your test. Just let us know beforehand so we can ensure ample time to set everything up and confirm all components are ready to optimise your testing experience.
What Happens After My Test?
Once your test is complete, you’ll receive a comprehensive report outlining your VO2 Max score, heart rate zones, lactate and ventilation thresholds, and specific power or speed zones. With this data, you’ll be able to create a more targeted training plan, adjusting your sessions to improve areas of weakness or further boost your strengths.
Since red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body for about 120 days, it’s ideal to reassess your fitness every 3-4 months. Testing at this interval ensures you're making tangible improvements in your aerobic capacity and overall performance.
Why VO2 Max Testing is Essential for Athletes
For competitive athletes, a higher VO2 Max is the key to better endurance and improved performance. With regular testing, you'll identify the most efficient training zones, reduce the risk of overtraining, and increase the effectiveness of every workout.
Whether you're training for a marathon, triathlon, cycling event, or any other endurance activity, VO2 Max testing helps you understand your body’s capabilities and provides the framework to push those boundaries. By training smarter, not harder, you’ll ensure maximum gains from each session.
VO2 MASTER ASSOCIATED PRO ATHLETES
LIONEL SANDERS - Professional Triathlete - Ironman World Champion
SEBASTIAN CORDOVEZ - Sports & Fitness Consultant
MARIA "FLACA" GUERRERO - Professional Triathlete
OLAV ALEKSANDER BU - Professional Coach & Scientist
GUSTAV IDEN - Professional Triathlete - Ironman World Champion
KRISTIAN BLUMMENFELT - Professional Traithlete - Olympic and Ironman World Champion
VO2 Max Testing and Longevity
VO2 Max is a powerful indicator of longevity, as it reflects the efficiency of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems in delivering oxygen to muscles during exercise. Higher VO2 Max levels are associated with greater endurance, resilience, and metabolic health, which can contribute to a longer, healthier life. By improving cardiovascular fitness through targeted training, individuals can enhance their VO2 Max, supporting both athletic performance and the body's ability to withstand physical stress and age-related decline.
Ready to Maximise Your Performance?
At The Movement Standard, we provide the tools, expertise, and data-driven insights you need to optimise your athletic journey. By using VO2 Max testing to track progress, refine your training, and enhance endurance, you’ll be better equipped to perform at your best.
If you're ready to unlock your true potential, book your VO2 Max test with us today. Our team will guide you through the entire process, providing expert advice to help you make the most of the results.
Whether you're new to endurance training or a seasoned athlete, VO2 Max testing at The Movement Standard will provide you with the insights needed to push beyond your limits and achieve your fitness goals. Book your test now and take the first step toward maximising your performance.