Use the free Aerobic Capacity Calculator on ToolVexa to estimate VO2 max from the distance covered in a 12-minute run or walk test, using the Cooper test formula.
How to Use
Enter the distance you covered in 12 minutes in metres, then press Calculate.
Formula in Plain Words
VO2 max = (distance in metres minus 504.9) divided by 44.73. The result is in millilitres of oxygen per kilogram of body weight per minute.
Worked Example
A distance of 2,400 metres in 12 minutes gives an estimated VO2 max of 42.4 ml/kg/min.
FAQs
Is this a medical test? No. It is a fitness estimate only, based on a simple field test formula.
Do I need to run the full 12 minutes? Yes, the formula is designed for a 12-minute test.
What if the result is low? A lower result simply suggests lower aerobic fitness on this test. It is not a diagnosis.