Running Performance as an Indicator of VO2max: Distance Effects

Abstract

Distance runs often are used to estimate aerobic capacity. This meta-analysis of 226 correlations from 122 studies involving fixed-distance run tests produced a quantitative model of run test validity as a function of distance. Validity, the correlation between maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) and running performance, increased with logarithm of distance up to 2 km. Validity was stable at r=.718 for runs = or >2 km. Based on these results, 2 km is an empirical minimum distance criterion for classifying a run as an endurance test. Analysis of a smaller set of 47 correlations for fixed-time run tests indicated that runs = or >12 minutes had a similar correlation (r=.797) and should be considered endurance runs. Runs that meet or exceed these minimum distance and time criteria provide interchangeable estimates of aerobic capacity.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA445595

Entities

People

  • Ross R. Vickers

Organizations

  • Naval Health Research Center

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  • Biomedical

Fields of Study

  • Education

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  • Operations Research
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