VO₂ Max Testing for San Mateo
Professional metabolic testing for San Mateo athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Comprehensive VO₂ max and RMR testing in Santa Cruz, just 45 minutes over Highway 17.
San Mateo's active community has convenient access to professional fitness testing in Santa Cruz via Highway 17:
- 45 minutes from San Mateo over scenic Highway 17
- Research-grade Korr CardioCoach metabolic analyzer
- Four testing equipment options for sport-specific assessment
- Weekend appointments to avoid commute traffic
- Professional guidance and detailed results
San Mateo offers excellent training opportunities:
- Bay Trail: Flat waterfront running and cycling
- Sawyer Camp Trail: Rolling hills through Crystal Springs
- Coyote Point: Coastal paths for recovery runs
- Canada Road: Popular cycling route
- Highlands Neighborhood: Hill training climbs
VO₂ max testing provides precise training zones for all these local routes and training environments.
VO₂ Max Testing: Complete aerobic capacity assessment with personalized training zones. Choose NOHRd SprintBok treadmill, Wahoo KICKR Bike, WaterRower, or Jacob's Ladder XL.
RMR Testing: Resting Metabolic Rate for personalized nutrition and calorie planning-essential for weight management or performance optimization.
Combined Testing: Both assessments in one visit with package pricing.
From San Mateo: Take Highway 92 west to Half Moon Bay, then Highway 1 south to Santa Cruz (scenic coastal route, ~60 minutes), OR take 280 south to Highway 17 over the hill (~45 minutes).
Weekend and morning appointments available. Many Peninsula clients make a beach day out of their Santa Cruz testing visit.
Combine testing with Santa Cruz training runs on West Cliff Drive or the wharf area.
San Mateo is home to many tech professionals balancing demanding careers with fitness goals. VO₂ max testing helps:
- Maximize limited training time with precise zones
- Balance desk work with cardiovascular health
- Optimize early morning or lunchtime training
- Track fitness improvements objectively
- Set data-driven goals rather than guessing
Many San Mateo runners race Bay to Breakers, SF Marathon, and Oakland Marathon. VO₂ max testing optimizes your preparation:
- Establish accurate race pace targets
- Build proper training zones for tempo runs and long runs
- Optimize interval training intensity
- Track fitness changes throughout training cycle
CSM student-athletes can benefit from professional metabolic testing:
- Optimize training for collegiate sports performance
- Learn proper intensity management early
- Track fitness throughout the season
- Prepare for transfer to four-year programs
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Comprehensive fitness testing.
RMR Test: $75
Metabolic rate assessment.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
45 minutes from San Mateo via 280 South to Highway 17.
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San Mateo athletes can access professional metabolic testing just 45 minutes away in Santa Cruz. The drive over Highway 17 is scenic and quick, and many clients combine testing with Santa Cruz beach activities or training runs. Weekend appointments available to avoid weekday commute traffic.