The Vo2max fitness test can potentially expose up to eleven (11) areas of “limitations”. Once identified, the limitations are prioritized and specific guidance is given on how to address each one and in what order. For example, if a respiratory capacity AND capability limitation are both identified during an initial test, guidance is given on how to first address the capacity limitation. Then, once normal lung volumes (capacity) have been attained, guidance is then given on how to improve the capability to use those new volumes. The initial VO2max test will also determine your baseline cardiovascular fitness levels along with your current HR training zones. Once identified, guidance will be given on how to make improvements to your cardiovascular fitness levels. Successful cardiovascular fitness improvements will ultimately result in changing your HR training zones. We therefore suggest scheduling your first VO2max retest 6-8 weeks after your initial test. This allows ample time to implement changes and see tangible results. A second retest is recommended 3-4 months after the first retest and a third retest is recommended 6 months later.