The Challenge: Making Metabolic Testing Accessible and Practical
For years, metabolic testing was restricted to large, expensive lab-based carts that were impractical for most clinics. Dr. Snow wanted a solution that was:
- Portable enough to use on a treadmill, track, or even at fire halls
- Affordable without compromising accuracy
- Fast and user-friendly so patients could get results immediately
Valeo Health needed a tool that could integrate into daily clinic operations, support multiple practitioners, and expand into both athletic and tactical performance testing.
VO2 Master set the standard from the beginning. It’s simple, accurate, and portable—and I haven’t seen anything else that comes close in about ten years of use. Patients love the instant feedback, and it’s transformed how we deliver care.
Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health
The Solution: VO2 Master Testing Anywhere
Valeo Health integrated VO2 Master into its care model, enabling:
- On-site testing for VO2 Max and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) directly in the clinic’s gym space
- Tactical applications, including firefighter testing in full gear and VO2 certifications for specific professions like underwater construction workers
- Corporate wellness initiatives, where companies sponsor employees to test, train, and retest VO2 Max as part of long-term health programs and enhancing team culture
- Educational outreach, teaching local high school students about cardiovascular fitness and letting them administer tests hands-on
Dr. Snow also trained kinesiologists, chiropractors, and physiotherapists in the clinic to administer tests, making VO2 Master a core service across the entire practice.
We can put a patient on a treadmill and get these numbers within 20 minutes and then I can sit down with the patient and I can go through the data instantly and then give them direct objective findings.
Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health
The Results: Growth, Retention, and Real-World Impact
VO2 Master testing has fueled Valeo Health’s expansion into new markets while enriching care for existing patients:
- Consistent revenue stream: 15–20 VO2 Master tests per month at $150 per session, with scalability as more practitioners adopt testing
- New client acquisition: Fire halls, corporations, and tactical professions now contract directly with Valeo for pre-employment and ongoing fitness standards
- Higher patient retention: Clients return for retests every 4–6 months to track progress, reinforcing long-term engagement
- Community impact: VO2 Master testing is now used in firefighter hiring processes and required certifications for divers—making cardiovascular fitness a workplace standard
For general population patients, VO2 Master testing has delivered powerful “aha moments.” By showing clients their training zones and emphasizing the importance of Zone 2 cardio, Dr. Snow helps them achieve fitness goals more efficiently without overtraining.
I wanted to bring a device on board that would give me, quick, accurate data and then not break the bank in what I’m doing.
Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health
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