VAM measures your vertical ascent in meters per hour, indicating how quickly you are traveling upward. VAM is useful for comparing your effort on different hills and segments and is used by both cyclists and runners. To get a VAM score, the segment must be a Strava-categorized climb.
What is Vertical Ascent in Meters (VAM) on Strava?
Vertical Ascent in Meters (VAM) measures how fast you climb on Strava, showing your rate of elevation gain per hour during any ride, run, hike, or walk.