VO₂ Max Testing for Asthma
Professional VO₂ max testing for asthma and exercise-induced bronchoconstriction. Safe exercise guidance and performance optimization for athletes with asthma.
Asthma doesn't have to limit fitness:
- Many elite athletes have asthma
- VO₂ max testing assesses true capacity
- Proper management enables full potential
- Distinguish fitness limitation from asthma control
Some people experience EIB only during exercise:
- VO₂ max testing may reveal EIB
- Symptoms: Wheezing, cough, chest tightness during exercise
- Testing stopped if severe symptoms develop
- Referral to pulmonologist if EIB suspected
Bring your rescue inhaler and use pre-exercise medication as prescribed:
- Albuterol 15-30 minutes before testing (if prescribed)
- Continue controller medications as usual
- Inform us of all asthma medications
Well-controlled asthma is safe for testing:
- No recent exacerbations
- Minimal symptoms day-to-day
- Using controller medication appropriately
- Physician clearance recommended
For competitive athletes with asthma:
- VO₂ max testing verifies fitness potential
- Ensure asthma isn't limiting performance
- Training zones for optimal adaptation
- WADA/USADA therapeutic use exemption (TUE) documentation
Defer testing if:
- Recent asthma exacerbation (within 2-4 weeks)
- Current respiratory infection
- Poorly controlled asthma
- Recent hospitalization for asthma
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Complete fitness assessment for asthma and exercise-induced bronchoconstriction management.
Asthma must be controlled. Bring rescue inhaler.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
Professional VO₂ max testing for asthma and EIB management.
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