Health Term Glossary

Maximal oxygen consumption

VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. It measures cardiovascular fitness and endurance.

Rate of Perceived Exertion

is a scale that measures how hard you feel you're working during physical activity, typically ranging from 1 to 10, with higher numbers indicating more effort.

Repetition Maximum

RM is the maximum amount of weight you can lift for a specific number of repetitions before fatigue. For example, 1RM is the heaviest weight you can lift once.

Basal Metabolic Rate

Basal Metabolic Rate is the number of calories your body needs to maintain basic functions, like breathing and circulation, while at rest.

Resting Heart Rate

Resting Heart Rate is the number of heartbeats per minute when you're at rest, indicating your basic heart function and overall cardiovascular health.

Heart Rate

hr is the number of heartbeats per minute, reflecting how fast your heart is pumping blood.