What Is VO2 Max and Why Does It Matter for Your Fitness?

Emma and David explore VO2 max—the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise—and why research suggests it's a stronger predictor of longevity than smoking, diabetes, or heart disease. You'll learn how to track it with wearables you may already own, what the numbers mean at different life stages, and how modest training approaches like Zone 2 cardio can meaningfully improve it without requiring athletic performance. Whether you're managing stairs without breathlessness or building long-term health, this episode breaks down why your cardiovascular capacity matters and exactly how to start improving it.Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:  ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow  📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com  Powered by VoxCrea.AI