CPET Expertise You Can Trust At the London Heart Centre, CPET testing is delivered by expert clinical exercise physiologists, supported by consultant cardiologists. Using gold-standard equipment, we provide accurate, reliable data and a clear, personalised summary of your fitness profile, training zones, and cardiorespiratory health.
What it is a CPET? A CPET is a progressive exercise test performed while wearing a facemask to measure breathing, oxygen use, and cardiovascular response in real time. It directly measures VO₂ max and includes continuous ECG and blood pressure monitoring, alongside lung function testing (spirometry), to provide a comprehensive assessment of your cardiorespiratory health and exercise performance.
Why do a CPET? CPET shows how your heart, lungs, and muscles work together during exercise, identifying exactly what limits performance and quantifies precise training zones. It replaces guesswork with personalised, data-driven guidance — and is also a clinically validated test used to assess exercise tolerance and cardiorespiratory health.
Who can do a CPET? CPET is suitable for anyone aged 18 and above, from recreational athletes to elite performers. The test is safe and can be conducted on individuals with existing health conditions. When you book, we’ll review your medical history to ensure the test is appropriate and tailored to your safety.
