oxygen intake
[ˈɑːksɪdʒən ˈɪnteɪk]
nounpl: oxygen intakes
consumo de oxigênio
1. the amount of oxygen that is breathed in or absorbed by the body during respiration, especially during physical activity
Athletes monitor their oxygen intake to improve endurance performance.
Os atletas monitoram seu consumo de oxigênio para melhorar o desempenho de resistência.
2. the process or rate at which oxygen is taken into the lungs and utilized by muscles during exercise
VO2 max measures the maximum oxygen intake your body can utilize.
O VO2 máximo mede o consumo máximo de oxigênio que seu corpo pode utilizar.
3. in medical contexts, the amount of oxygen supplied or administered to a patient
The doctor adjusted the oxygen intake for the patient on the ventilator.
O médico ajustou o consumo de oxigênio para o paciente no ventilador.
The term 'oxygen intake' is widely used in Brazil's growing fitness and sports science communities, particularly in gyms, training centers, and medical facilities. It's especially prevalent in discussions about cardiovascular training and aerobic fitness. The VO2 max measurement has become increasingly popular in Brazilian fitness culture as people become more health-conscious.
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