Episode 3: Debunking the VO2Max Test with Wellness

Join members of the South Metro Wellness Team, including Chris Macklin, Chris Sheckler, Eddie Yoon and Tommy Gayfield, as they candidly talk through questions, concerns and hesitations out on the line about the VO2Max (MET) Test. Learn how you can best prepare, approach and pass this annual fitness test. The group also provides background on the start of the SMFR Wellness Program, how it has evolved over time and explains the ways the Wellness Team is encouraging South Metro employees to create resilient and robust lifestyles to achieve overall health & wellness.

Episode 3 Topics & Time Codes:

:53 - Introduction from Chris Macklin
1:46 - Wellness Program & fitness testing background
7:28 - VO2Max (MET) Test - Why 12 METs?
11:08 - What happened to an early 10 mark?
12:38 - Why is testing being offered early this year?
15:48 - How to prepare?
24:05 - Specifics of testing day: Is a warmup encouraged prior to testing? How to recognize max effort?
29:37 - Crew workouts with S&C coaches, part of outreach initiative
32:10 - Additional statistics, studies & research about fire department health and wellness programs/firefighter health risks
37:33 - Fun fact
42:06 - Update on the new gym at the JSF - old logistics warehouse is being repurposed as a workout facility for on and off duty personnel staffed by the coaches
43:17 - Closing

Please visit the South Metro Wellnesss website to schedule your VO2Max (MET) Test, schedule crew workouts with the Strength & Conditioning Coaches and to contact the Wellness team about any questions you may have or appointments you need to schedule.