Hello Runners, Garmin.
I have a question regarding Vo2 Max. My number has gone up as expected as I've progressed this year and over all it seems to be working as advertised. I realize V02 Max number and Fitness indicator most likely considers multiple data points in addition to pace, however pace seems to have the largest effect on if the watch reports a increase or drop in fitness and the Vo2 max number.
However, is it to much to expect the app to know the difference when I choose to run at a slower pace than I normally do versus slowing my pace because I'm tired?
My Normal pace is between 8:30 and 9:30 over 3.5 miles. Recently, I decided to slow my pace to around 10:15 and for the last several runs, each mile is at or below that pace, yet Vo2 number is falling, only a point so far. Despite my heart rate for the slower runs is lower as I'd expect. If I continue to run slower and my average heart steadily decreases over time, can I expect the app will adjust the Vo2 number and "fitness" in a positive direction?
Is the only way to increase Vo2 max number is to continually run faster Miles?
