Is a VO2max of 67 good?
A VO2max of 67 ml/kg/min means something very different at 25 and at 65. Here is how it rates for every age group, for men and women — plus the fitness age and race times it corresponds to.
| Age | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| 20–29 | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
| 30–39 | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
| 40–49 | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
| 50–59 | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
| 60–69 | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
| 70+ | Superior ~99th pct | Superior ~99th pct |
Ratings from Cooper Institute norms (as published by Garmin); percentiles are approximate, interpolated between the published 40th, 60th, 80th and 95th percentile values.
Race times for a VO2max of 67
| 5 km | 10 km | Half marathon | Marathon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 | 32:12 | 1:11:01 | 2:28:41 |
Predicted with Daniels' VDOT model for a trained runner; marathon predictions are optimistic for most people. Get your training paces in the running calculator.
Fitness age
A VO2max of 67 matches a fitness age of about 18 for men and 18 for women. Calculate yours.
How 67 compares
This is in the top 5% for almost every age group — the range of competitive endurance athletes. Elite endurance athletes typically test at 70–85+ (men) and 60–75+ (women) — see VO2max of elite athletes.
How to raise it
Consistent aerobic volume plus one or two interval sessions a week usually adds several points within a few months: 12-week plan · VO2max workouts · 4×4 intervals.
Frequently asked questions
Is a VO2max of 67 good for a man?
It depends on age: 20–29 superior, 30–39 superior, 40–49 superior, 50–59 superior, 60–69 superior, 70+ superior (Cooper Institute norms).
Is a VO2max of 67 good for a woman?
By age: 20–29 superior, 30–39 superior, 40–49 superior, 50–59 superior, 60–69 superior, 70+ superior.
What 5K time is a VO2max of 67?
Daniels' VDOT model predicts about 15:30 for 5 km and 32:12 for 10 km if 67 is your running VO2max and you're trained for the distance.
What fitness age is a VO2max of 67?
About 18 for a man and 18 for a woman.
Other scores: VO2max 62 · VO2max 66 · VO2max 68 · full chart.
Sources
- Garmin, VO2 Max. Standard Ratings (data from The Cooper Institute)
- Daniels J, Gilbert J. Oxygen Power: Performance Tables for Distance Runners, 1979.