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🏃‍♂️ 1.5 Mile VO₂ Max Test Calculator

Calculate your cardiovascular fitness using the scientifically validated 1.5-mile run test with gender-specific regression equations

Age in years (18-80 years old)
Your current body weight
Required for gender-specific formula
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Enter your 1.5-mile run completion time (MM:SS format)
1.5 Mile VO₂ Max Test Calculator

1.5 Mile Run VO₂ Max Test

The 1.5-mile run test is a scientifically validated field test for predicting VO₂ max using gender-specific regression equations. Research by McNaughton et al. (1998) demonstrates strong correlation (r=0.87) between 1.5-mile run performance and actual VO₂ max measurements, making it one of the most accurate field tests available.

Scientific Formulas

Gender-specific regression equations provide accurate VO₂ max predictions. Male: VO₂max = 108.844 – (0.1636 × Weight_kg) – (1.438 × Time_min) – (0.1928 × Age)
Female: VO₂max = 100.434 – (0.1636 × Weight_kg) – (1.438 × Time_min) – (0.1928 × Age) Validated research confirms these equations’ accuracy.

Test Protocol

Complete 1.5 miles (2.4 km) as quickly as possible on a flat, measured course. Proper warm-up and pacing strategy are essential for accurate results. The test requires maximal effort and should only be performed by individuals cleared for vigorous exercise.

Accuracy & Validity

Studies show 85-90% correlation with laboratory VO₂ max testing. Comparative research demonstrates the 1.5-mile run as the most accurate field test, superior to Cooper 12-minute run and shuttle tests.

Regression Equation Details

Gender-Specific VO₂ Max Prediction Formulas

Male Formula

VO₂max = 108.844 - (0.1636 × BW_kg) - (1.438 × T_min) - (0.1928 × Age)

Variables:

  • BW_kg = Body weight in kilograms
  • T_min = Run time in minutes (decimal)
  • Age = Age in years

Female Formula

VO₂max = 100.434 - (0.1636 × BW_kg) - (1.438 × T_min) - (0.1928 × Age)

Key Differences:

  • Lower baseline constant (100.434 vs 108.844)
  • Same weight, time, and age coefficients
  • Accounts for physiological differences

Calculation Example

Subject: 30-year-old male, 75 kg, 12:30 run time

Calculation:

VO₂max = 108.844 – (0.1636 × 75) – (1.438 × 12.5) – (0.1928 × 30)

VO₂max = 108.844 – 12.27 – 17.975 – 5.784

Result: VO₂max = 72.8 ml/kg/min

VO₂ Max Fitness Standards

Age Group Gender Poor Fair Average Good Excellent
20-29 Male <25 25-33 34-42 43-52 >52
Female <23 23-28 29-34 35-44 >44
30-39 Male <23 23-30 31-39 40-48 >48
Female <20 20-25 26-31 32-40 >40
40-49 Male <20 20-27 28-35 36-44 >44
Female <17 17-22 23-28 29-36 >36
50-59 Male <18 18-24 25-32 33-40 >40
Female <15 15-20 21-25 26-32 >32
60+ Male <16 16-22 23-28 29-36 >36
Female <13 13-17 18-23 24-30 >30

Field Test Comparison

Test Type Duration Correlation with VO₂ Max Advantages Limitations
1.5 Mile Run 6-25 minutes r = 0.87 High accuracy, standardized Requires maximal effort
Cooper 12-min Run 12 minutes r = 0.87 Fixed time duration Pacing challenges
20m Shuttle Run 5-15 minutes r = 0.82 Progressive intensity Lower correlation
Submaximal Cycle 6-12 minutes r = 0.85 Safer for at-risk populations Requires equipment

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