Engel et al. 2025, Independent validation of wearable VO2max
Garmin VO2max MAPE 7.9% on first run, falling to 6.7% after two outdoor runs; valid in moderately trained (MAPE 2.8%), poor and underestimating in highly trained (MAPE 9.4%). Strong.
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Garmin VO2max MAPE 7.9% on first run, falling to 6.7% after two outdoor runs; valid in moderately trained (MAPE 2.8%), poor and underestimating in highly trained (MAPE 9.4%). Strong.