WHOOP Podcast Improving VO₂ Max For Longevity and Performance with Dr. Greg Grosicki
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Jul 2, 2025 
Dr. Greg Grosicki, a WHOOP Senior Research Scientist and exercise physiology expert, dives into the world of VO₂ Max and its crucial role in health and performance. He details how VO₂ Max measurements can predict longevity and athletic capability, explaining the physiological factors at play. Listeners learn practical training strategies, the impact of musculoskeletal load, and the importance of metabolic flexibility. Grosicki emphasizes combining high-intensity and low-intensity workouts, while also highlighting the significance of recovery for optimizing fitness.
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VO2 Max Explains Energy Production
- VO2 max measures how much oxygen your body can consume during exercise and integrates all bodily systems working together.
- It reflects your capacity to produce energy and delay fatigue during physical activity, linking it to both performance and health.
Rigorous VO2 Max Measurement
- WHOOP developed VO2 max feature with strict rigor using diverse populations to train their algorithm.
- Accurate VO2 max estimates require gold standard lab measurements for a wide age and fitness range.
Understanding VO2 Max Units
- VO2 max is measured in liters of oxygen per minute and normalized per kilogram of body weight.
- Values range widely depending on health and fitness, with elite athletes reaching near 100 ml/kg/min.