VO₂ Max: The One Number More Important Than Your Cholesterol

And no, you don’t need to be a runner to care about it.

Let’s talk about a number that most people don’t even know they have.

It’s called VO₂ Max.
And it might be the most important health number you're not tracking.

What Is VO₂ Max (In Plain English)?

VO₂ Max is a fancy way of saying how much oxygen your body can use when you’re working hard.

Think of it like your body’s engine power.
The higher your VO₂ Max, the better your heart, lungs, and muscles work together when you're moving—whether you’re running, biking, chasing your dog, or carrying groceries up the stairs.

In short: VO₂ Max = cardio fitness = life fuel.

Why It Matters (A Lot)

Here’s the wild part:
VO₂ Max is one of the strongest predictors of how long you’ll live.
Yes, really. Even more than cholesterol, blood pressure, or BMI.

When your VO₂ Max is low, it means your heart and lungs are struggling to keep up.
That makes everything harder—walking, recovering from stress, even sleeping well.

When your VO₂ Max is high, it means you’re more resilient. You can handle stress. You recover faster. You move better. And yep—you live longer.

"But I Don’t Do Cardio..."

You don’t have to run marathons.
You just need to move with purpose—and track how your body handles it.

At DexaFit, we use a science-backed test (called a VO₂ Max test) to measure this number exactly. No guessing. No fitness watches trying to estimate. Just real data, from real breathing, on real equipment.

What the Test Is Like

Here’s what to expect:

👟 You’ll wear a mask that tracks your breathing.
🚴 You’ll walk or pedal on a treadmill or bike while we slowly turn up the intensity.
📊 It gets harder near the end—and that’s on purpose. We want to see how far you can go.
🧠 You’re always in control. You’ll tell us when you’ve hit your limit—we don’t guess, and we don’t push past what feels right for you.

The whole thing takes about 10–15 minutes.
And you’ll walk out with way more clarity than any doctor’s office has ever given you.

What You’ll Learn From a DexaFit VO₂ Test:

✅ Your current VO₂ Max score
✅ Your personal heart rate zones (so you train smarter, not harder)
✅ Your cardio age—how your body compares to others your age
✅ Whether you’re trending toward high performance or early burnout

How to Improve Your VO₂ Max

Here’s the good news: You can improve it—fast.

Try this:

🏃 Move on purpose 3–4x a week: walking, biking, swimming, hiking
💓 Stay in the right zone (based on your test) to build endurance
🛌 Recover well—your heart gets stronger when you rest, too
📈 Retest in 8–12 weeks to see what’s changed

And yes, we’ll show you exactly what to do based on your results.

Why DexaFit Is Different

Most fitness apps guess. DexaFit measures.
We use real data, expert reviews, and AI to build a plan that actually fits your life.

📲 Your VO₂ Max results go straight into your DexaFit app.
📈 You’ll see trends, changes, and suggestions over time.
🎯 You can even add VO₂ testing into your Pathways to Peak™ plan for guided coaching based on your heart, lungs, and lifestyle.

Final Word: Your Heart Doesn’t Lie

Your VO₂ Max isn’t just a number—it’s your real-time health meter.
And if you’re not tracking it, you’re missing out on one of the clearest signals your body has to offer.

🎯 Ready to find out what your number says?

✅ Book your VO₂ Max test at DexaFit and get real insight into your heart, lungs, and longevity—no guesswork, just data.

Here’s how to book:

💼 Want the full package?

Your best choice is a Discounted Bundle that includes VO₂ Max, DEXA, and RMR testing—our most popular option.

1. Go to our Booking Page

2. Choose the “Discounted Bundles” category

3. Scroll to find:

   • The CompleteFit (Total Body Testing)

     Or one of the other options that Includes VO2 Max

📦 This is part of the DexaFit Optimization Stack™—a full snapshot of your muscle, metabolism, and endurance in one visit.

🏃 Just want to test your VO₂ Max?

You can do that too!

1. Go to our Booking Page

2. Select the “Individual Services” category

3. Scroll down till you find VO₂ Max Test

✅ It’s fast, safe, and gives you the data you need to start improving today.

Muscle: The Longevity Metric Most People Ignore

And why that needs to change—like, yesterday.

When you think about getting older, what’s the first thing that comes to mind?

For most people, it’s wrinkles, weight gain, or maybe getting a little slower.

But the real story? It’s muscle.

That’s right—your muscle mass might be the most important thing you’re not tracking. And no, we’re not talking about bodybuilder vibes. This is about staying mobile, energetic, and independent for as long as possible.

Let’s break it down.

What Is Muscle Mass (and Why Should You Care)?

Muscle mass is the part of your body made up of lean tissue—the stuff that moves you, supports you, and literally keeps you upright.

As you age, you naturally lose muscle.
This is called sarcopenia, and it starts sneaking up as early as your 30s. If you don’t track and protect your muscle, you could lose up to 30% by your 70s.

That’s not just about strength.
It affects:

• How fast your metabolism runs

• How steady your balance is

• How easy it is to recover from stress, workouts, or injuries

• How long you can live on your own

More Muscle = More Life

Strong muscles = strong life. Simple as that.

Want to keep hiking, lifting grandkids, or traveling well into your 70s and 80s?
Want to avoid falls, frailty, or slow recovery from illness?

Then you need to build—and track—your muscle now.

Why the Scale Can’t Help You

You can lose fat AND lose muscle at the same time—and your scale won’t tell you the difference.
In fact, the scale might show weight loss as “good,” even if you’re losing the wrong kind of weight.

This is where DEXA comes in.

How DEXA Scans Help You Track Muscle (The Right Way)

Unlike your bathroom scale or smart watch, a DEXA scan shows you exactly:

• How much lean muscle you have

• Where your muscle is (arms, legs, core)

• How you compare to people your age and sex

• If you have any muscle imbalances that might lead to injury

It’s the gold standard for tracking body composition. And it only takes 10–15 minutes.

Real Talk: This Isn’t Just About Looking Good

Muscle is the most powerful anti-aging tool you’ve got.

The science is clear:
People with more lean muscle mass live longer, feel better, and bounce back faster.
And even better—it’s never too late to build it.

What You Can Do Today

Here’s how to start:

✅ Test Your Muscle Mass:
Get a DEXA scan to know your baseline. You can’t manage what you don’t measure.

✅ Lift Something:
You don’t need to hit PRs. Just use your muscles—bodyweight, resistance bands, or weights. Start where you are.

✅ Eat Enough Protein:
Your body needs building blocks to hold onto muscle—especially with age.

✅ Repeat and Retest:
Come back in 3–6 months to track progress. DexaFit AI makes it easy to see what’s working (and what’s not).

Bonus: Ask Us About Pathways to Peak™

Want more than just a scan?
Pathways to Peak™ is our 12-week game plan built from your test results. It matches your goals with your real data and gives you a step-by-step plan to get stronger, leaner, and sharper—fast.

It’s like GPS for your health. (Without the annoying voice.)

🎯 Ready to Know Where You Stand?

🔍 Book your DEXA scan today and get the truth about your muscle—and your future.