VO₂ Max Testing for Firefighters

Firefighting is one of the most physically demanding occupations:

• High cardiovascular demands of structural firefighting
• Job performance linked to aerobic fitness
• Cardiovascular disease risk in fire service
• Annual fitness assessment requirement
• CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) preparation

VO₂ max testing supports CPAT training:

• CPAT requires sustained moderate-high intensity work
• Minimum VO₂ max of ~42-45 ml/kg/min recommended
• Training zones for CPAT preparation
• Track fitness improvements leading up to test
• Jacob's Ladder (stair mill) testing mimics CPAT demands

Many departments require annual fitness testing:

• VO₂ max testing meets assessment requirements
• Track fitness over career span
• Identify declining fitness early
• Documentation for department records

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths:

• VO₂ max is a powerful cardiac risk predictor
• Low fitness increases cardiac event risk
• Annual testing monitors cardiovascular health
• Complements department medical evaluations

Jacob's Ladder (Stair Mill): Most job-specific-mimics ladder climbing and stair work

Treadmill: Running fitness for general aerobic capacity

Wahoo KICKR Bike: Cross-training and off-duty fitness

WaterRower: Full-body assessment similar to firefighting demands

VO₂ max testing guides station-based training:

• Know training zones for station workouts
• Efficient training in limited time
• Balance cardiovascular and strength training
• Maintain fitness despite irregular schedules

We offer group testing for fire departments:

• On-site mobile testing available
• Group rates for departments
• Batch scheduling for shift coverage
• Department-wide fitness baseline

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete testing for firefighters and CPAT candidates. Contact us about department group testing rates.

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 firefighters, CPAT prep, and fire service fitness.