Author: Tammo Blomberg

Tammo Blomberg has been working as a sports journalist for Die Zeit since 2021.

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Why VO2 Max May Be The Best Measure Of Fitness — And Life Expectancy

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VO2 Max measures the maximum amount of oxygen a human body can absorb and utilize under stress Cover Images via ZUMA

For a long time, the VO2 Max value was only of interest to competitive athletes, but today it can be found on many fitness watches. So what can it tell us about our overall health, and how can we improve it?

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