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VO2Max Assessment In Brandenburg

Fast appointments (self payers or privately insured patients only)

Online doctor consultations and testing at our office in Berlin Prenzlauer Berg

On-demand coaching from doctors for your current problems, needs and healthspan goals.

Why Your VO2Max Is Important

VO2Max is a measure of your body's efficiency in using oxygen during exercise. It serves as an objective indicator of your fitness level and is a crucial marker for longevity. During respiration, your lungs absorb oxygen, which then enters your bloodstream. Red blood cells carry this oxygen to your organs and muscles. Oxygen is essential for muscle cells to create ATP, the body's principal energy source. ATP furnishes muscles with the power required for movement and effort. The more effectively you can absorb and use oxygen, the more ATP is created, which is why your breathing accelerates during exertion.

A superior VO2Max score indicates that your heart, lungs, circulatory system, and muscles are operating together with exceptional efficiency: your body excels at absorbing, transporting, and utilizing oxygen. This process supplies your muscles with increased energy, enhancing endurance, boosting performance, and speeding up recovery. This is why VO2Max is recognized as one of the most vital metrics for cardiovascular fitness and long-term well-being.

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Symptoms of a Low VO2Max

A VO2Max test is strongly advised, particularly if you experience any of the symptoms listed below: 

  • Limited stamina or endurance
  • Fatiguing rapidly during physical activity
  • Becoming breathless after only light effort
  • Lengthy recovery times following exercise
  • Stagnant performance levels despite consistent training

When to Consider a VO2Max Test

As a primary indicator of longevity, we suggest an annual test to evaluate your VO2Max level and pinpoint training opportunities to support healthy aging. It is an excellent follow-up biomarker for assessing if your cardio and interval workouts have meaningfully impacted your longevity. VO2Max serves to direct your training objectives and focus. A lower starting value provides a considerable chance for improvement.

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Our Guiding Principles

Our primary commitment is to assist individuals in feeling optimal at every stage of life and to help them lead longer, more healthful lives. To accomplish this, our approach is centered on several fundamental principles:

  • Scientific Accuracy
  • Individualized Care
  • Proactive Prevention
  • Clear Direction
  • Extended Healthspan
  • Dependability & Openness

At The Longevity Practice, our focus is on detecting potential risks before they develop into health issues by using early and accurate diagnostics. Rather than responding to illness, we develop straightforward, customized strategies for preserving health over the long term. We aim to provide each patient with profound insight into their own body, accompanied by actionable measures they can implement immediately. By prioritizing prevention and clear communication, we empower patients to construct a longer, healthier existence.

How to Proceed

Determine if our methodology is a suitable fit for your needs. Reserve your consultation through our online system and Schedule an appointment

Evidence-based Longevity In Brandenburg

In our practice, we rely exclusively on evidence-based methods and medical diagnostics that have been scientifically proven to make a difference. Our focus is on preventing the “four horsemen” of aging—cardiovascular disease, cancer, metabolic dysfunction, and neurodegeneration—rather than offering trends like epigenetic age tests or wellness drips. Our Prevention strategy addresses tailored exercises, nutrition, sleep, mental health and if necessary support by supplement and medication.

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Cost Of A VO2Max Assessment In Brandenburg

The cost for VO2Max Session is based on the German healthcare pricing system (GOÄ – Gebührenordnung für Ärzte). We encourage you not to stop at VO2Max test alone, but to begin your full Longevity Journey with us. Here is what our protocol looks like:

VO2Max Session
249€
Includes consultation, EKG, blood pressure management and spirometry
Duration: 1 hour
Full Diagnostic Visit
1,399€
Goal: Establish a data-driven biological baseline to unlock personalized peak performance and long-term health optimization.
Duration: 3 hours
Introduction Session
0€
Schedule a quick video call to learn more about The Longevity Practice services and approach.
Duration: 15 minutes

Testimonials

What our customers say about us

Tobias, 42 – VO2Max & Fitness
I always thought I was in good shape — until my VO2Max results proved otherwise. Now I’m training with a clear target and can feel my endurance improving week by week.
Elena, 31 – VO2Max & Fitness
I was that person who did 45 minutes of steady-state cardio every single day and couldn't figure out why my fitness had stalled for two years. My VO2Max test was a wake-up call—I was fit, but I had no 'top end' power. It took some uncomfortable interval training to move the needle, but seeing my score finally budge from 38 to 42 was the proof I needed that I wasn't just spinning my wheels anymore.
Thomas, 39 – VO2Max & Fitness
I’m not an athlete, and I have no interest in running marathons. But after reading about how VO2Max is a massive predictor of life expectancy, I got curious. My initial result was 'Below Average' for my age, which was a tough pill to swallow since I thought my weekend walks were enough. It’s been six months of more intentional, heart-rate-based training, and I can honestly say I don't get that heavy-chest feeling on the stairs anymore.
Maya, 26 – VO2Max & Fitness
As someone who loves heavy lifting, I always viewed cardio as a chore that would make me lose muscle. But I noticed I was gassing out during my higher-rep sets, not because my muscles failed, but because I couldn't breathe. Improving my VO2Max has actually made me a better lifter; my rest periods are shorter and my heart rate recovers so much faster.
Daniel, 46 – VO2Max & Fitness
With a high-stress job and two kids, I used to feel 'tired' all the time, which I assumed was just part of being in my mid-40s. Tracking my VO2Max showed me that my 'battery' was just small.