Do Statins Affect VO2 Max? A Look at Exercise Performance and Muscle Function
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Some studies suggest that statin therapy can potentially attenuate the increase in maximal oxygen consumption ($VO_{2max}$) achieved through exercise training. However, the relationship between statins and $VO_{2max}$ is complex, with research producing conflicting results, leaving many patients and clinicians to question the impact of these vital cholesterol-lowering drugs on exercise performance.
