Aerobic Tests Explanation

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This test is designed to give you an idea of your cardiovascular fitness. Please pay particular attention to the right hand column of values.

MET capacity is your body's ability to expend energy compared to resting values. One MET is equivalent to your body's metabolism at rest.

VO2 Max is an estimation your body's ability to utilize oxygen for energy; measured by the volume of oxygen per body weight per time (mL/kg/min).

Population Average is the average VO2 Max value for people of your age and sex.

Score of your VO2 Max can also give you an idea of how you compare to your population. 50 is the mean score.

Rating of your VO2 Max can be, "Excellent", "Good", "Average", "Fair", or "Poor". If you fall in these later categories, don't despair. Regular exercise, if performed properly, can improve your fitness at any age.

**VO2 (ml / kg / min)**
	Men (18-22 yrs)	Men (40-50 yrs)	Women (18-22 yrs)	Women (40-50 yrs)
Untrained	43	36	38	27
Active	50	46	43	39
Trained	57	52	53	44
Elite	70	>60	63	>50
World Class	>80		>70

An appropriate training intensity can be selected based upon your goals, available time, fitness level, etc.

Fitness Level	Low			Moderate			High			Very High
% Max Heart Rate	50	60	66	70	74	77	81	85	88	90	92	100
% VO2 max	28	42	50	56	60	65	70	75	80	83	85	100

It is recommended to consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.