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Numerous studies investigated these sequelae and their possible underlying mechanisms using cardiopulmonary exercise testing. We aimed to provide an in-depth discussion as well as an overview of the contribution of selected organ systems to exercise intolerance based on the Wasserman gears. The gears represent the pulmonary system, cardiovascular system, and periphery\/musculature and mitochondria. Thirty-two studies that examined adult patients post-COVID-19 via cardiopulmonary exercise testing were included. 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The cardiovascular system might contribute to low\n                    <jats:italic>V<\/jats:italic>\n                    O\n                    <jats:sub>2peak<\/jats:sub>\n                    via subnormal cardiac output due to chronotropic incompetence and reduced stroke volume, especially in the first months post-infection. Chronotropic incompetence was similarly present in the moderate- and long-term follow-up. However, contrary findings exist. Peripheral factors such as muscle mass, strength and perfusion, mitochondrial function, or arteriovenous oxygen difference may also contribute to low\n                    <jats:italic>V<\/jats:italic>\n                    O\n                    <jats:sub>2peak<\/jats:sub>\n                    . More data are required, however. The findings of this review do not support deconditioning as the primary mechanism of low\n                    <jats:italic>V<\/jats:italic>\n                    O\n                    <jats:sub>2peak<\/jats:sub>\n                    post-COVID-19. 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