VO2 measurement

I have been doing the same walking routine and TRX for a couple of years. However, my vo2 reading dropped drastically (33%) in the last 2 readings.

Hope it’s my watch and not me.

Any advice welcomed.

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 30, 2023 8:30 AM

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2 replies

Nov 30, 2023 8:50 AM in response to Franknwt

I would start by unpairing and re-pairing your watch.

Franknwt Author

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4 points

Nov 30, 2023 12:14 PM in response to IdrisSeabright

Thank you

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