VMA Calculator – Estimate Your Maximum Aerobic Speed from a Race Time or Cooper Test (10K, Half-Marathon, Marathon)

What is VMA?

VMA (Maximum Aerobic Speed) is the fastest pace you can run while still using your aerobic system at full capacity.It’s a key metric for runners—it helps structure your training and tailor your running sessions to boost performance.

VMA Calculator – Official Race Time (10K, Half, Marathon)

DistanceAvg Speed (km/h)Estimated VMA (km/h)

VMA Calculator – Half-Cooper Test (6 minutes)

Distance (m)Estimated VMA (km/h)
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Why should you know your VMA?

Knowing your VMA helps you:

1. Structure smarter workouts
2. Improve your race performance
3. Avoid overtraining and reduce injury risks

How is VMA calculated?

There are two common ways to estimate your VMA:

1. Using your race time from a known distance (10K, Half, or Full Marathon)
2. From a Cooper test (distance run in 6 or 12 minutes)
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