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VO2 Max
A functional performance marker that estimates maximal oxygen uptake and is strongly associated with all-cause mortality risk.
| Focus | Cardiorespiratory fitness |
|---|---|
| What It Tracks | Maximum oxygen uptake during intense exercise |
| Why It Matters | One of the strongest functional predictors of long-term outcomes |
| Typical Setting | Clinical testing, performance lab, or field estimate |
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