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Professional VO₂ max testing for kayakers, SUP athletes, and paddlers. Build endurance for ocean paddling, river running, and flatwater racing. Testing in Santa Cruz.
Kayaking and SUP require sustained upper-body and core endurance:
While we can't test in the water, several options provide useful data:
WaterRower: Upper-body and core engagement similar to paddling motion
Treadmill: Lower-body aerobic assessment for cross-training
Bike: Cardiovascular baseline without upper-body specificity
For Santa Cruz ocean paddlers:
Whitewater demands explosive power and endurance:
Sprint and marathon kayak racing requires:
VO₂ max testing helps structure off-water training:
Long-distance paddlers benefit from RMR testing:
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Complete testing with paddling-specific training zones. WaterRower or treadmill options available.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
Professional VO₂ max testing for kayakers, canoeists, and SUP athletes in Santa Cruz.
Book your metabolic testing-WaterRower option available for paddlers.
Schedule Your TestSanta Cruz offers world-class ocean paddling conditions and serves as a gateway to Monterey Bay kayaking. Whether you're paddling to Capitola, crossing to Monterey, or exploring coastal caves, VO₂ max testing helps build the endurance and fitness for safe, enjoyable adventures on the water.