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About VO2 Max. Estimates

VO2 max. is the maximum volume of oxygen (in milliliters) you can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your maximum performance. In simple terms, VO2 max. is an indication of cardiovascular strength and should increase as your level of fitness improves. The Lily® 2 Active watch requires wrist-based heart rate or a compatible chest heart rate monitor to display your VO2 max. estimate.

On the watch, your VO2 max. estimate appears as a number and description. On your Garmin Connect™ account, you can view additional details about your VO2 max. estimate.

VO2 max. data is provided by Firstbeat Analytics™. VO2 max. analysis is provided with permission from The Cooper Institute®. For more information, see the appendix (VO2 Max. Standard Ratings), and go to www.CooperInstitute.org.

Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate

The watch requires wrist-based heart rate data and a timed 15 minute brisk walk or run to display your VO2 max. estimate.

  1. Hold to view the menu.
  2. Select Settings > User Profile > VO2 Max.

    If you have already recorded a 15 minute brisk walk or run, your VO2 max. estimate may appear. The watch updates your VO2 max. estimate each time you complete a timed walk or run.

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to get your VO2 max. estimate.

    A message appears when the test is complete.

  4. To manually start a VO2 max. test to get an updated estimate, tap your current reading and follow the instructions.

    The watch will update with your new VO2 max. estimate.

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October 2024
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