Walking vO2 max

I get a vo2 max update on slow, 45 minute walks with my dogs where my heart rate never reaches 70% of max. Is it the length of the walk? I really don't want a vo2 max based on these walks but I like to track them for other reasons. I thought the criteria included 10 minutes in zone 3 (70% max).

Thanks,

BarbF

0 7333528 10 months ago

Garmin doesn't give VO2max measurements for walking. The criteria that you mentioned are for running/cycling. I use the Walking VO2max Test app to give values for walking.

0 1980162 10 months ago in reply to 7333528

The user manual says:

"If you have already recorded a brisk walk or run outdoors, your VO2 max. estimate may appear."

Venu 3 series Owner's Manual - Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate (garmin.com)

0 BippityBoppity 10 months ago

According to the Venu 3 user's manual, any walk or run of 15 minutes or more will give a Vo2 max. Doesn't mention heart rate. Which definitely isn't correct, because I never get them for when I walk, only when I run.

www8.garmin.com/.../GUID-544723AB-D323-480F-8A07-911E89C043A4.html