Quick guide
How to use this calculator
- Enter measurements from one real session, race, test or equipment setup.
- Keep distances, timing methods, course conditions and equipment conventions consistent.
- Use the component results to audit the arithmetic and retain the stated limitation.
Calculation method
Calculation method
Estimated VO₂ = 31.025 + 3.238×speed − 3.248×age + 0.1536×age×speed; adult mode fixes equation age at 18.
Results describe only the entered record or scenario. They do not establish fitness, readiness, injury risk, medical safety, selection, qualification or an appropriate training plan.
Worked example
Worked example
At age 18 and final speed 12 km/h, the equation estimate is about 44.8 mL/kg/min.
Estimated VO₂ = 31.025 + 3.238×speed − 3.248×age + 0.1536×age×speed; adult mode fixes equation age at 18.
Supported inputs
Precision and limits
Measurement basis
Compare like with like: the same course, pool, equipment, timing convention or testing protocol where that distinction affects meaning.
No prescription
Heart-rate percentages, external load, activity intensity and workload are entered arithmetic. This page does not prescribe training or determine whether exercise is medically appropriate.
Privacy and precision
Values remain in this browser. Invalid, contradictory and non-finite states return explicit errors.
Calculator-specific boundary
This is entered-performance arithmetic, not training, medical, injury-risk, selection or fitness-for-duty advice. Supports the published protocol population ages 8–50; adults use equation age 18. Protocol audio/stage tables are not reproduced.
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