09/21/2026
Jon measured his VO₂ max in 2024.
Then we tested it again in 2026.
The increase was significant.
50 mL/kg/min ➡️ 60 mL/kg/min
97% ➡️ 99% in his age group
Just a few intentional changes to his health and exercise routine—and staying consistent with them.
💡So why do we care about VO₂ max?
Here are 3 big reasons:
1️⃣ It’s strongly associated with longevity
Higher VO₂ max is associated with lower all-cause mortality risk across adult age groups.
2️⃣ It reflects your body’s ability to handle stress
VO₂ max tells us how effectively your heart, lungs, blood vessels and muscles work together to deliver and use oxygen. More aerobic capacity = more physiological reserve.
3️⃣ It helps determine how well you’ll function as you age
VO₂ max naturally declines with age. Building a higher “peak” now gives you more capacity to draw from later—helping preserve your ability to hike, travel, play with your kids/grandkids, climb stairs and stay independent.
Your future self will thank you for building a bigger engine today.
Your Physician Coach does an amazing job testing VO2 Max and breaking down your results.
