VO₂ Max Testing for Salinas
Comprehensive metabolic testing for Salinas Valley residents. Professional VO₂ max and RMR testing available in Santa Cruz, just 45 minutes away via Highway 68 or Highway 1.
Salinas Valley athletes and fitness enthusiasts now have access to professional-grade metabolic testing just 45 minutes away in Santa Cruz. Our facility offers:
- Korr CardioCoach metabolic analyzer (research-grade accuracy)
- Four equipment options: treadmill, bike, rower, or stair mill
- Experienced testing professionals
- Detailed results and training zone recommendations
- Natural testing environment with ocean breeze
The Salinas Valley offers excellent training opportunities:
- Runners: River Road paths, Toro Park trails, local race preparation
- Cyclists: Flat valley roads, Toro Park climbs, access to Carmel Valley
- Agricultural Workers: Optimize fitness for physically demanding farm work
- First Responders: Meet fitness standards with data-driven training
VO₂ max testing provides the precise training zones you need to improve performance on these local routes and in your daily work.
VO₂ Max Testing: Comprehensive aerobic capacity assessment with training heart rate and pace/power zones. Equipment choices include NOHRd SprintBok treadmill (self-powered), Wahoo KICKR Bike, WaterRower, or Jacob's Ladder XL stair mill.
RMR Testing: Resting Metabolic Rate for personalized nutrition and calorie planning-essential for weight loss or athletic performance.
Package Options: Combo pricing available for both tests together.
Route Options:
- Via Highway 68/1: Take Highway 68 west toward Monterey, connect to Highway 1 north to Santa Cruz (45 minutes)
- Via Highway 156/1: Take 156 west to Highway 1 north (similar timing)
Weekend and early morning appointments available to accommodate work schedules. Many Salinas clients combine testing with a Santa Cruz visit.
Salinas Valley's agricultural heritage means many residents have physically demanding jobs. VO₂ max and RMR testing helps:
- Optimize cardiovascular fitness for farm work demands
- Establish proper calorie needs for physical labor
- Improve endurance and reduce fatigue during long work days
- Support weight loss or fitness goals alongside work demands
Local college students training for sports or personal fitness can benefit from professional metabolic testing:
- Optimize training for collegiate sports performance
- Track fitness progress throughout the season
- Learn proper training intensity management
- Build lifelong healthy habits with data-driven approach
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Comprehensive cardiovascular fitness testing.
RMR Test: $75
Metabolic rate testing for nutrition planning.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
45 minutes from Salinas via Highway 68 and Highway 1. Convenient access for Salinas Valley residents.
Professional Testing for Salinas
Schedule your VO₂ max or RMR test-just 45 minutes from Salinas.
Book Your Test🚗 Easy Drive from Salinas
Approximately 45 minutes via Highway 68 and Highway 1. Our downtown Santa Cruz facility is located behind the Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St). Plenty of morning appointment times to fit your schedule.