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The Best-Known Longevity Indicator: Oxygen Usage During Intense Workouts
Keeping the body fit and healthy is an essential part of living a long and fruitful life. At Gymnasia, we enthusiastically subscribe to this mantra, using the best techniques to help our community reach their sports and fitness goals. A leading indicator of fitness and longevity is oxygen consumption during intense workouts.
How It Works
When you engage in intense workouts, your body naturally uses oxygen to power the muscles. The rate at which your body uses this oxygen is known as VO2 Max or maximal oxygen uptake. This is an important measure of your aerobic endurance, and can provide a deep insight into your overall level of fitness.
Why It Matters
Studies have shown that the greater your VO2 Max, the more efficient your body is when it comes to workout performance. A high VO2 Max can dramatically improve your set and rep performance, contributing to lean muscle gain and increased strength. Furthermore, a high VO2 Max also carries significant potential health benefits, including:
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Enhanced endurance
- Better overall physical health
In addition to VO2 Max Check out how our community benefits from functional patterns training, strengthening every aspect of physical fitness.
For those that live in Tbilisi or its surrounding areas, there is no better place to start improving your longevity and fitness than at Gymnasia. Our facility, located in a newly built, clean, and modern complex, is equipped with everything one needs to maximize their VO2 Max and overall fitness levels.
Maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 Max)
VO2 max, or maximal oxygen uptake, is the maximum amount of oxygen that an individual can use during intense or maximal exercise. It is measured in milliliters of oxygen used per minute per kilogram of body weight. VO2 max is considered the best indicator of cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance. The higher the VO2 max, the more oxygen the body can consume during high-intensity workouts, and thus, the more energy can be produced.