VO₂ Max Testing for Field Hockey Players

Field hockey requires exceptional aerobic fitness:

• Constant movement for 70 minutes (4x17.5-minute quarters)
• Repeated sprints with quick direction changes
• Sustained low-intensity running between plays
• Quick recovery between shifts
• Performance maintained in final quarter

Elite field hockey players have VO₂ max of 50-60 ml/kg/min. Testing helps:

• Assess current fitness relative to position
• Build aerobic base in off-season
• Set interval training targets
• Track fitness through season

Midfielders: Highest running volume-need elite VO₂ max
Forwards: Mix of sprints and positioning runs
Defenders: Sustained positioning with explosive sprints
Goalies: Explosive power with less aerobic demand

Summer and fall training optimization:

• Build aerobic base with Zone 2 running
• Interval work at VO₂ max
• Tempo runs for lactate threshold
• Proper recovery zones

For developing field hockey athletes:

• Baseline fitness tracking
• Age-appropriate training intensity
• College recruitment preparation
• Long-term athlete development

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete testing with field hockey-specific training zones for game endurance.

Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com

Professional VO₂ max testing for field hockey players in Santa Cruz.