I wrote up a review on Firstbeat's VO2 max estimation as well as alternate ways of doing this primarily using the Storer equation. I would be curious if folks could list their Garmin derived VO2 max as well as their 4 minute max cycling power. The review also compares the respiratory frequency measurement derived from the watch with that of the Hexoskin shirt.
I will be happy to do the conversions for VO2 max based on your power and we'll see how close they match up.
bjrmd Thanks for your interest in the work that Firstbeat is doing and taking the time to write up your inquiry. I skimmed your blog, found it generally sound, and promise to have a closer look later.…
I wrote a followup review of the Firstbeat VO2 estimation under diverse ambient temperature conditions. The consistency was quite good despite large variation in heart rates. Also discussed is the effect…
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Why is the Garmin Firstbeat VO2 max estimate inaccurate, can we do better?
