Health & Fitness
VO2 Max Calculator
Use this VO2 max calculator for an educational estimate from a 12-minute Cooper test distance.
Estimated VO2 max
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What the vo2 max calculator solves
Use this VO2 max calculator for an educational estimate from a 12-minute Cooper test distance.
Formula
How to use it
- Run or walk as far as possible in 12 minutes.
- Enter the distance in meters.
- Read the estimated VO2 max.
How to read the answer
VO2 max estimates aerobic capacity in ml/kg/min.
Common mistakes and edge cases
- Do not do maximal tests if exercise is unsafe for you.
- Treadmill, track, and GPS distances can differ.
- This is not a lab measurement.
Worked examples
2400 meter Cooper test
Estimated VO2 max
42.4
3000 meter Cooper test
Estimated VO2 max
55.8
Frequently asked questions
Is this a real VO2 max test?+
It is a field estimate, not a lab test with gas analysis.
Can walking tests use this?+
The Cooper formula is based on 12-minute distance. Other walking tests use different formulas.
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Last updated: May 8, 2026