How VO2 max affects assisted living?

VO2 max, a measure of aerobic fitness, significantly impacts the independence of elderly individuals. In a study discussed by Andrew Huberman and Dr. Andy Galpin, it was found that a VO2 max below 18 milliliters per kilogram per minute generally indicates the need for assisted living due to insufficient fitness levels for independent living. Those with a VO2 max slightly above this threshold, around 20-22, are on the brink but might still manage without assisted living. This research highlights how critical maintaining aerobic fitness is for the elderly to continue living independently 1 .