Purpose
The purpose of the Aerobic Fitness Evaluation page is to systematically determine a user's cardiovascular fitness level on a specific date.
Data recorded on the Aerobic Fitness Evaluation page is used throughout the system to adjust workouts, measure progress and provide feedback. It is recommended that users perform at least quarterly aerobic evaluations.
Features
The Aerobic Fitness Evaluation page utilizes the Aerobic Fitness Evaluation Wizard to determine the current cardiovascular level of a user. The default testing method is the Rockport Fitness Walking Test due to its industry acceptance, ease of use and low bodily stress level. However, other tests can be used but the results must be manually entered. When testing is complete, the user's cardiovascular output (VO2 Max), maximum and resting heart rates will be recorded for use by the Virtual Trainer to help build customized user workouts.
Results from fitness tests can vary. It is best to perform the same fitness test every evaluation so that results can be compared over time.
How To
1. After logging into the system, select Aerobic Testing from the Evaluation menu.
2. Select New from the Evaluation Date drop-down box.
3. Click Next on the Aerobic Fitness Evaluation Wizard title screen.
4. Select a cardiovascular testing method (the Rockport Walking Test is recommended) and click Next.
5. If the Rockport Walking Test is selected, perform the test as described and enter Current Weight, 1-mile Time and 60-Second Pulse. If you chose a different VO2 Max test, perform the test as required and then enter your VO2 Max results. When you are finished, click Next.
6. If you know your maximum heart rate, click Yes and enter it in the textbox provided; otherwise, click No and it will be estimated. When you are finished, click Next.
7. Enter your resting heart rate (your 60-second pulse best taken when waking up in the morning) and click Next.
8. On the calendar provided, click the date when the evaluation was performed and then click Finish.