Assessing Cardiorespiratory Fitness Flashcards

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Maximum Oxygen Uptake (VO2max)

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Functional capacity of cardiorespiratory (CR) system (Capacity of heart, lungs, blood vessels to deliver O2); Criterion (gold standard) of cardiorespiratory fitness

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The aerobic system is also responsible for assisting in…

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Offloading of anaerobic byproducts

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3 Energy Systems

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ATP-Pc, Glycolytic, Aerobic

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An increase in VO2 max causes and increase in…

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Aerobic state (better aerobic conditioning)

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VO2max

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Plateau of VO2 (Trainable to some extent)

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VO2peak

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Highest rate of O2 consumption regardless of VO2 plateau (Specific to a type of modality)

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness is related to the ability to perform

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Large muscle, dynamic, moderate-to-high intensity exercise for prolonged periods

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness Performance depends on

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Respiratory, Cardiovascular, and Skeletal muscle Systems

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(1) Cardiorespiratory Fitness is considered health-related fitness because: Low levels of CR fitness have been associated with a…

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Markedly increased risk of premature death from all causes and specifically from CV disease

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(2) Cardiorespiratory Fitness is considered health-related fitness because: Increases in CR fitness are associated with a…

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Reduction in death from all causes

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(3) Cardiorespiratory Fitness is considered health-related fitness because: High levels of CR fitness are associated with…

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Higher levels of habitual physical activity (Which in turn are associated with many health benefits)

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VO2max is accepted as the…

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Criterion measure of CR fitness (Concept of Maximal O2 Uptake)

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VO2max =

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Q * a-vO2 difference (arterial -venous oxygen difference)

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Significant variations in VO2max across populations and fitness levels result primarily from…

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Differences in maximal Q in individuals w/out pulmonary disease

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VO2max is closely related to the…

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Functional capacity of the heart

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Because of costs associated w/equipment, space, and personnel needed to carry out these tests…

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Direct measurement of VO2max generally is reserved for Research or clinical settings

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When direct measurement of VO2max is not feasible…

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A variety of submaximal and maximal exercise tests can be used to estimate VO2max

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It should be noted that there is the potential for what when using indirect measurement techniques?

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A significant overestimation of directly measured VO2max by these types of indirect measurement techniques

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Overestimation of VO2max is more likely to occur when:

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1) Exercise protocol chosen is too aggressive for a given individual, (2) When treadmill testing is employed and the individual heavily relies on handrail support

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Every effort to determine VO2max when choosing test protocol should therefore be taken to…

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Choose the appropriate exercise protocol given an individual’s characteristics and minimize handrail use

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Aerobic Power

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Synonymous with Cardiovascular Endurance; Indicative of body’s ability to utilize oxygen for the performance of work

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Maximal Oxygen Uptake (VO2max)

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Most often used indicator of aerobic power; Maximal amount of oxygen your body can utilize when exercising; The greater the VO2max, the more aerobically fit

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The pathway by which oxygen is transported from atmospheric air to the active muscles

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CO2 enriched, O2 depleted blood returns to the heart > Oxygen-poor air to the lungs > Exhale CO2 > Inhales oxygen-rich air > Oxygen-rich blood from lungs to body > Exercising muscle uses oxygen (O2 in, CO2, ATP out)

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What Determines VO2max

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Combination of “Central” and “Peripheral” Factors

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Central Factors to determine VO2max

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Delivery of oxygen rich blood to the active musculature; Cardiovascular system (Cardiac Output (Q) = HR * SV); Cardiac Output; Muscle capillary density

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Cardiac Output

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  1. blood volume, 2. venous return, 3. resistance to blood flow
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Peripheral Factors to determine VO2max

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Extraction of oxygen by the muscle or body tissues from the delivered blood; Active muscle (arteriovenous oxygen difference): Amount of lean mass, #/size of mitochondria, #/activity of oxidative enzymes, Muscle fiber type

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3 body systems involved in VO2max

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Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Muscular

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Respiratory System

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Oxygenation of blood

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Cardiovascular System

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Delivery of blood to tissues

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Skeletal Muscle System

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Extraction and utilization of oxygen

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Influences on VO2max

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Largely genetically determined; Training can improve it up to 25%, depending on initial fitness level; Males score ~ 15–30% higher than females (Males have larger lung capacity and leaner tissue)

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Direct (Direct Fick Method)

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Catheterization of artery and vein to determine a- vO2 difference and Q (thermal dye)

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Indirect (Indirect Calorimetry)

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Laboratory test, Analysis of volume of air inspired and constant analysis of expired gas, Very accurate

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Absolute (Units of VO2)

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L/min or ml/min; Does not take size into account

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Relative (Units of VO2)

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mlkg -1min or ml*kgFFM -1 *min; Amount of oxygen your body uses per kilogram of bodyweight; Can compare value across genders and body mass/size

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How to convert from Absolute to Relative VO2max

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Multiply LO2/min by 1000 to get mLO2/min
Divide mLO2/min by bodyweight in kg; If absolute is in mLO2/min
Divide mLO2/min by body weight in kg

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How to convert from Relative to Absolute VO2max

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Multiply mLO2/kg/min by bodyweight in kg to get mLO2/min; If you want absolute as LO2/min: Divide mLO2/min value by 1000

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Grace, who weighs 55 kg, has an absolute VO2max of 2.5 LO2/min. What is her relative VO2max?

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2.5 LO2/min x 1000 = 2500 mLO2/min, 2500 mLO2/min / 55kg = 45.5 mLO2/kg/min

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Lucy, who weighs 60 kg, has a relative VO2max of 47.0 mLO2/kg/min. What is her absolute VO2max in mLO2/min and LO2/min?

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47.0 mLO2/kg/min x 60 kg = 2820 mLO2/min, 2820 mLO2/min / 1000 = 2.820 LO2/min

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness Classifications of Women 20-29 VO2max

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40-43

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness Classifications of Men 20-29 VO2max

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46-49

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Most accurate estimate of VO2max Is achieved from the HR response to submax exercise test if all of the following assumptions are achieved:

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A steady state HR is obtained for each work rate, A linear relationship exists b/t HR and work rate, Difference b/t actual and predicted max HR is minimal, Mechanical efficiency is the same for everyone, Subject is not on medications, using caffeine, under large amounts of stress, ill, or in a high temperature environment, all of which HR

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Gillesh Method for determining VO2max

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207-0.7(AGE)

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Modes of Testing VO2max

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Non-exercise Test VO2max Prediction Equations, Field Tests for CR Fitness, Motor-Driven Treadmills, Mechanically Braked Cycle Ergometers, Step Testing

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HRmax Prediction

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Considerable variability (±11 bpm), Numerous prediction equations exist (Most common: 220 − age), Measure HRmax whenever possible

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Non-Exercise test VO2max prediction equations

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Not nearly as accurate as Laboratory measurements; Can be used to broadly classify people into categories such as “poor, average, good cardiorespiratory fitness”; % Fat Model, BMI Model

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Types of Non-Exercise Test VO2max Prediction Equations

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%Fat Model or BMI Model (Increase BMI = Decreased VO2max)

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PA-R score is a self-reported physical activity on a…

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0-7 scale; Gender: 0 for females; 1 for males

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Graded Exercise Test (GXT)

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Done to evaluate VO2max; Gradually increase submaximal workloads; Maximal versus submaximal test; Things to consider: Client’s age and risk classification, Reason for test, Availability of equipment and qualified staff

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General GXT Testing Guidelines: Continuous Protocol

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8-12 min duration [ACSM], 2-3 min stages, 2-3 MET increases

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General GXT Testing Guidelines: Ramp Protocol

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~10 min duration, Small and frequent (10-20 s) increases, Electromagnetically braked cycle ergometer or programmable treadmill

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Submaximal Cycling Tests (Types of Mechanically Braked Cycle Ergometer Tests)

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Astrand-Ryhming Cycling Test, YMCA Bike Test; Based on HR response (Accurate measurement of HR is critical)

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Submaximal Walking/ Running/ Stepping Tests

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Treadmill Submaximal Tests, Astrand-Ryhming Step Test, YMCA 3-minute Step Test (CR fitness based on recovery HR)

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Mechanically Braked Cycle Ergometers Benefits

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Excellent for submaximal and maximal testing, Relatively inexpensive, Easily transportable, Allow BP and ECG (HR) to be measured

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Mechanically Braked Cycle Ergometers Negatives

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Less familiar mode of exercise to most Americans, Localized muscle fatigue, Underestimates VO2, Cycle ergometer must be calibrated, Subject must maintain proper pedal rate

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Calculating Workload on Mechanically Braked Cycle Ergometer

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Workload (kgm/min)= Resistance x RPM x 6; Workload (watts)= kgm/min../6

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Example: Bob is cycling against a resistance of 1.5 kg and an RPM of 50. What is his workload in kg·m·min-1 and Watts

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kgmmin-1 = 1.5 x (50 x 6) = 450 kgmmin-1; 450 kgmmin-1 / 6 = 75 Watts

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Astrand-Ryhming Cycle Ergometer Test

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Single-stage test lasting 6 min; Pedal rate is set at 50 rpm; Suggested work rate is based on: Gender/Individual’s fitness status; Use nomogram to find VO2max (draw a line from workload to avg HR); Mist convert to relative VO2max (x 1000, divide by body mass)

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YMCA Cycle Test

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Multistage Test; Initial workload set at 150 kg*m/min

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Step Tests Benefits

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Inexpensive, Requires little or no equipment, Steps are easily transportable, Stepping skill requires little practice, Test is of short duration, Great for mass testing

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Step Tests Negatives

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Special precautions may be needed for those who have balance problems or are extremely deconditioned, Most tests do not monitor HR and BP b/c of the difficulty of measuring HR and BP, Inadequate compliance to step cadence and excessive fatigue in the lead limb may diminish value of a step test

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Step Tests Types Formula

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Work = force x distance; (Force = body weight; Distance = bench height x steps/min)

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Types of Step Tests

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Astrand Rhyming and YMCA

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Field Tests Benefits

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Relatively cheap and little equipment is needed, Easy to administer to large groups, Can classify CR fitness level

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Field Tests Negatives

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Some tests can be maximal, Not as accurate as laboratory tests, Individual’s motivation and pacing ability, May be inappropriate for Sedentary individuals and Individuals at increased risk for CVD

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Types Field Tests

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1.5 Mile runs, Cooper 12 min run test, Rockport 1-mile fitness walking

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Field Tests for Cardiorespiratory Endurance

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1-Mile Run Time Test, 1.5 Mile Run Time Test

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Measuring Pulse

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Use index and middle fingers; Use radial pulse or light pressure on carotid, Use 6 -15 second count post exercise; Start stopwatch on 1st pulse, 1st beat is 0

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Assessing CR Fitness of Children Lab Tests

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Modified treadmill and cycle ergometer protocols

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Assessing CR Fitness of Children Field Tests

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1 mile run/walk, Multistage 20 m shuttle run, Andersen test

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Assessing CR Fitness of Older Adults

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Modified lab tests, Field tests (6 min walk test, 2 min step test)

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Multistage Fitness Test

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AKA the beep test, Variations: Yo Yo Intermittent Test and Yo Yo Recovery Test

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Multistage Fitness Test Protocol

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Two cones or field markers set 20 meters (21 yards, 32 inches) apart, Beep Test app or MP3 recording, Continue professing until Failure

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Circuit Training does not have an effect on…

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Aerobic System (Not large muscle, Isolated, Not capable of being performed for a long time)

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Q (Cardiac Output)=

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HR - SU ( HR bpm - Amount of blood injected form left ventricle)

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Cardiac Output Increases when… (Ways to improve offloading oxygen)

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Increases in Capillary density, Mitochondrial density, Oxidative Enzymes, and Type II > I muscle fibers occur

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Increase in capillary density (Ways to improve offloading oxygen)

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Gets oxygen to tissues that need it more efficiently

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Increase in Mitochondrial Density (Ways to improve offloading oxygen)

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Chronic aerobic activity causes mitochondria around muscle fibers

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Increase Oxidative Enzymes (Ways to improve offloading oxygen)

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ATPase, ability to break down components and utilize them for ATP production

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Increase Type II to act like Type I fibers (Ways to improve offloading oxygen)

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Type I are really good at utilizing oxygen for fuel; Away from anaerobic enzymes and become better

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Increase in Stroke volume occurs as a result of…

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Adaptation to physical activity; Increases because you can pool more blood in the ventricle) Frank Sterling Mechanism

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Hypertrophy of Heart

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When used more it becomes more efficient; Left Ventricle becomes stronger and ejects more blood with each beat

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Resting Heart Rate (RHR) decreases when…

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Exercise at same intensity and adapt (Stoke Volume goes up as a result)

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VO2max decreases as we…

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AGE; Steady until 30-40; Depending on PA decreases at late 30’s-early 40’s then rapidly in late 50’s

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The biggest driver in decrease in VO2max as we age…

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Loss of lean tissue

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Types of Motor-Driven Treadmill Tests

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Bruce/Modified Bruce, Blake and Ware, Naughton

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Bruce/Modified Bruce (Motor-Driven Treadmill Tests)

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Multistage, Accommodating Resistance, Initial Point is 1.7mph at 10% grade

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Naughton

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For CVD or increase risk of CVD

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Motor-Driven Treadmill Test Benefits

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Used for a wide range of fitness levels

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Motor-Driven Treadmill Test Negatives

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Make taking physiological measurements hard, Overestimation of VO2max