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Jeremiah H
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 Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2008 2:17 pm Post subject: how do i calculate VO2 max for cycling? |
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| i already know how to calculate VO2 for running: (.2 x speed in m/min) + (.9 x speed m/min x incline) + 3.5. i was told the equation for cycling is [ (1.8 x workload kg/m/min) / weight in kg ] + 3.5. how do figure out workload? i know my distance and my speed and my body weight. i don't have access to machine bikes. also, is there a calculation for figuring ellipitical VO2? |
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silverbullet
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2008 2:36 pm Post subject: |
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| Your VO2 max is what it is regardless of the activity. Without the proper equipment, all you'll get out of the formulas is a SWAG. I've had mine measured accurately in a lab (by the Gatorade people during one of their experiments), but its of no earthly use to me. Doesn't predict race results, and doesn't tell me if I can beat my competition. |
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