VO₂ Max Runner Calculator
Estimate your VO₂ max from the Cooper 12-minute run test — the distance you can run in 12 minutes.
Reviewed October 7, 2026 Runs in your browser — inputs are never stored
VO₂ Max Runner Calculator
Cooper 12-minute run test
VO₂ Max
42.4 ml/kg/min
Fitness Rating
Fair
42 ml/kg/min
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- Excellent
This tool provides general sports and fitness estimates for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice — consult a physician before starting or intensifying training, especially if you have a cardiovascular condition.
About the VO₂ Max Runner Calculator
The VO₂ max runner calculator estimates aerobic capacity from the Cooper 12-minute run. VO₂ max (ml/kg/min) = (distance in metres − 504.9) ÷ 44.73. It is a simple field test that runners can repeat every few months to track fitness.
How to use it
- 1Run as far as possible in 12 minutes on a measured course.
- 2Enter the distance in metres.
- 3Read your estimated VO₂ max.
Worked example
2,400 m in 12 minutes gives (2,400 − 504.9) ÷ 44.73 ≈ 42.4 ml/kg/min.
Common use cases
- Tracking aerobic fitness
- Comparing with age norms
- Team fitness testing
Frequently asked questions
A:For men: excellent is 60+; for women: 55+. Elite endurance athletes can exceed 80 ml/kg/min.
Reviewed for accuracy · Last updated October 7, 2026
Formulas follow published sports-science literature and official league definitions (Karvonen heart rate reserve, Cooper and Bruce protocols, MET compendium values, and standard baseball, cricket, and basketball statistics).
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