How to use the vo₂ max calculator
Estimate VO₂ max from a 12-minute run distance. Enter distance covered in 12 min in the field above; the vo₂ max is computed instantly and plotted on the chart so you can see how the answer changes.
Formula
Variables
- d — Distance covered in 12 min (m)
Worked example
With distance covered in 12 min = 2800 m, the calculator gives vo₂ max ≈ 51.31008 mL/(kg·min).
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for the vo₂ max calculation?
VO₂ max (mL/(kg·min)) = (d-504.9) / 44.73. Here d is distance covered in 12 min (m).
What inputs do I need for the vo₂ max calculator (cooper test) calculator?
You need distance covered in 12 min in m. Each field is pre-filled with a typical example so you can see how the result responds as you edit the numbers.
How do I use this calculator?
Type values into the input fields. Results and the chart update instantly. Use Reset to restore the example values, Copy results to paste them elsewhere, or Share to copy a link that preserves your inputs.
Is the result exact?
Calculations use standard formulas and double-precision arithmetic, then display about seven significant figures. Real-world measurements carry uncertainty, so treat results as estimates unless your inputs are exact.