VO₂ Max Testing for Field Hockey Players
Professional VO₂ max testing for field hockey players. Build match endurance, optimize off-season conditioning, and maintain performance through 70 minutes of play.
Field hockey requires exceptional aerobic fitness:
- Constant movement for 70 minutes (4x17.5-minute quarters)
- Repeated sprints with quick direction changes
- Sustained low-intensity running between plays
- Quick recovery between shifts
- Performance maintained in final quarter
Elite field hockey players have VO₂ max of 50-60 ml/kg/min. Testing helps:
- Assess current fitness relative to position
- Build aerobic base in off-season
- Set interval training targets
- Track fitness through season
Midfielders: Highest running volume-need elite VO₂ max
Forwards: Mix of sprints and positioning runs
Defenders: Sustained positioning with explosive sprints
Goalies: Explosive power with less aerobic demand
Summer and fall training optimization:
- Build aerobic base with Zone 2 running
- Interval work at VO₂ max
- Tempo runs for lactate threshold
- Proper recovery zones
For developing field hockey athletes:
- Baseline fitness tracking
- Age-appropriate training intensity
- College recruitment preparation
- Long-term athlete development
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Complete testing with field hockey-specific training zones for game endurance.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
Professional VO₂ max testing for field hockey players in Santa Cruz.