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MAXIMAL OXYGEN CONSUMPTION [1 record]

Record 1 2022-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Physical Education, Coaching and Sport Psychology
  • Physical Fitness Training and Bodybuilding
CONT

VO2 max, or maximal oxygen consumption, refers to the maximum amount of oxygen that an individual can utilize during intense or maximal exercise. This measurement is generally considered the best indicator of cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance.

OBS

VO2 max: written VO2 max.

Key term(s)
  • maximum oxygen consumption
  • maximum oxygen uptake
  • VO2max

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éducation physique, entraînement des athlètes et psychologie du sport
  • Conditionnement physique et culturisme
DEF

Quantité maximale d'oxygène qui peut être [consommé] en une minute par l'organisme.

OBS

VO2 max : VO2 max

Key term(s)
  • VO2max

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Educación física, entrenamiento de atletas y psicología del deporte
  • Acondicionamiento físico y culturismo
DEF

Cantidad máxima de oxígeno a nivel celular, es decir, el volumen máximo de oxígeno que nuestro cuerpo puede absorber, transportar y metabolizar por unidad de tiempo determinado.

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