Cooper Test VO2 Max Calculator

Calculate your VO2 Max based on the distance covered in 12 minutes. This test provides an accurate assessment of your cardiovascular fitness level.

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Enter your test distance to calculate your VO2 Max

What is the Cooper Test?

The Cooper Test is a 12-minute running test developed by Dr. Kenneth Cooper to assess cardiovascular fitness by measuring the maximum distance you can cover in 12 minutes.

How to Perform the Test

  • Warm up properly before starting
  • Run or walk as far as possible in 12 minutes
  • Record your total distance covered

Understanding VO2 Max

VO2 Max represents the maximum amount of oxygen your body can utilize during exercise. Higher values indicate better cardiovascular fitness and endurance capacity.

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Cooper Test (1968)

VO2max = (22.351 × distance_km) - 11.288

12-minute run test to estimate aerobic capacity

Medical Reference

Scientific References

Cooper, K.H. (1968). A means of assessing maximal oxygen intake. JAMA 203(3): 201-204.

Author

Dr. Beltrán J.F.