VO₂ Max Testing for 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.