Laboratory-grade cardiorespiratory fitness testing to guide training, recovery, and long-term health.
What Is VO₂ Testing?
VO₂max testing is the gold-standard measurement of cardiorespiratory fitness — how efficiently your body takes in, transports, and uses oxygen during exercise. Using metabolic gas analysis alongside a graded exercise test on a bike, we measure your oxygen uptake as intensity increases, right up to your true maximum.
The result is a precise, individual picture of your aerobic capacity — not an estimate from a formula, a wearable, or your age and resting heart rate, but a direct physiological measurement taken under controlled conditions.
Who VO₂ Testing Is For?
Performance & Athletic Applications
VO₂ testing is a core tool for athletes and coaches looking to train with precision:
Accurate heart rate and power training zones, based on your own physiology rather than generic percentages of max heart rate
Establishing your anaerobic threshold to structure interval and endurance training correctly
Tracking fitness progress objectively across a training block or season
Identifying whether aerobic capacity or economy is the limiting factor in performance
Baseline testing ahead of marathons, triathlons, cycling events, or team sport pre-season
Health & Longevity Applications
VO₂max is increasingly recognised as one of the strongest predictors of long-term health outcomes:
VO₂max is a well-established marker of cardiovascular health and longevity, independent of age or activity history
Understanding your current fitness level as a baseline for a health or weight management programme
Monitoring the impact of lifestyle, training, or medical interventions over time
Informing safe, effective exercise prescription, particularly for those returning to activity after a period of inactivity or illness
Whatever your goal, your results come with a clear explanation of what they mean and practical guidance on where to focus your training.
How Does A Session Work?
1. Screening — Before your test, we review your training history, goals, and any relevant health considerations to ensure the test is appropriate and safe for you.
2. Preparation — On arrival, you'll be fitted with a lightweight mask connected to our metabolic analyser, along with a heart rate monitor.
3. The Test — You'll complete a graded exercise test on a bike, with intensity increasing in stages until you reach your maximum effort.
4. Results & Report — You'll receive a detailed report covering your VO₂max, anaerobic threshold, and individualised heart rate/power zones, along with a discussion of what your results mean and how to apply them.
The test typically takes 45–60 minutes in total, including setup, warm-up, and the graded test itself.
Testing is conducted using validated, laboratory-grade metabolic analysis equipment - not a wearable estimate. Results delivered with clear, individualised guidance. Testing is suitable for athletes chasing performance and for anyone wanting an objective picture of their fitness and health.
As with all physiological testing, VO₂ testing is carried out following a proper screening to ensure it's appropriate and safe for your individual circumstances.
What Is Tested During The Session?
Includes:
🔹 VO₂ max
🔹 Aerobic & anaerobic thresholds
🔹 Heart-rate & pace zones
🔹 Individualised Zone 2, threshold & HIIT sessions
€150*
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Includes:
🔸 VO₂ max
🔸 Aerobic & anaerobic thresholds
🔸 Heart-rate & pace zones
🔸 Individualised Zone 2, threshold & HIIT sessions
🔸 Lactate testing
🔸 Isometric strength testing
€180*
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Includes:
🔹 VO₂ max
🔹 Aerobic & anaerobic thresholds
🔹 Heart-rate & pace zones
🔹 Individualised Zone 2, threshold & HIIT sessions
🔹 Lactate testing
🔹 Isometric strength testing
🔹 Explosive Power Profile: Force, power & asymmetry analysis of the lower limbs
€240*
We have created a specific website for V02 Testing as it is a dedicated specialty within the clinic. Click on the link below if you would like to read more about VO2 Testing and details on how it can help your training and longevity.
Every VO₂ test is performed on a TacX Neo smart trainer bike - the same precision technology used by professional cycling teams - capturing real-time power, cadence, and heart rate data down to the watt. This level of accuracy means your results aren't just numbers; they're a true reflection of your physiology, giving you a training zone prescription you can actually trust.
* All our fees are eligible for submission to private health insurance companies under "physiotherapy services" and Revenue for reimbursement or tax relief.
Hours of Availability
Monday: 08:00-20:00
Tuesday: 08:00-20:00
Wednesday: 08:00-20:00
Thursday: 08:00-20:00
Friday: 08:00-16:00
