Exercise Physiology - Fitness Testing Flashcards
What is the purpose of fitness testing?
To measure your level of fitness
Fitness testing helps to identify current fitness levels and areas for improvement.
What are the benefits of fitness testing?
Identify strengths and weaknesses, set goals, track progression
Fitness testing provides valuable insights for tailoring training programs.
Fill in the blank: Fitness testing helps to _______ your level of fitness.
[measure]
How can fitness testing motivate individuals?
By tracking progression and setting goals
Motivation can improve as individuals see their progress over time.
What should be done after recording fitness test results?
Repeat the test a few weeks later and compare the results
This helps to assess improvements in fitness levels.
True or False: Fitness testing can help inform your training by identifying areas that need improvement.
True
What is one reason to use fitness tests?
To see what you need to improve in training
Identifying specific areas for improvement allows for targeted training.
What is the difference between lab and field fitness tests?
Fitness can be tested in the field and in a lab.
What are some examples of lab tests?
Lab Tests include:
- VO2 max test
- Lactate Threshold testing
- Wingate power test
What are some examples of field tests?
Field Tests include:
- Multi stage fitness test
- 35m sprint
- Sit and reach test
- 30 sec sit up test
- 1 min press up test
What is VO2 max?
Definition - the maximal amount of oxygen that can be taken in, transported and consumed by the working muscles.
During exercise, there will be a point where the body cannot consume any more oxygen - this is known as VO2 max.
What does VO2 max determine?
VO2 max will determine your cardio-respiratory endurance.
How can aerobic capacity be assessed?
Aerobic capacity can be assessed by measuring a person’s VO2 max.
What is the VO2 max test?
A progressive exercise test to measure maximal oxygen uptake.
What equipment can be used for the VO2 max test?
Treadmill, rower, or bike.
How does the intensity of the VO2 max test change?
It increases each minute, getting tougher and tougher.
What must the athlete wear during the VO2 max test?
A nose clip.
How does the athlete breathe during the VO2 max test?
Through respiratory apparatus for direct gas analysis.
What does the breathing apparatus measure?
Concentrations of O2 and CO2 inspired and expired.
How is oxygen consumption calculated during the VO2 max test?
By comparing the concentrations of gases in the surrounding air.
What is the aerobic limit in the context of the VO2 max test?
The point where the body cannot take in and use any more oxygen.
What does a higher VO2 max indicate?
Better aerobic capacity.
What Borg RPE indicates an athlete has reached their VO2 max?
A Borg rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) of 20.
What blood lactate concentration indicates VO2 max has been reached?
In excess of 8 mmol per liter.
What heart rate condition indicates VO2 max has been reached?
Heart rate of +/- 10 bpm of age-related maximum.
What plateau is observed during the VO2 max test?
A plateau in oxygen uptake/exercise intensity relationship.
What is the purpose of the Wingate Power Test?
To assess a person’s ability to exercise anaerobically without experiencing fatigue due to lactic acid.
The test evaluates anaerobic capacity.
How long does the exercise bout last in the Wingate Power Test?
30 seconds.
This duration is crucial for measuring anaerobic performance.
What is recorded by the computer during the Wingate Power Test?
The peak power reached.
Peak power relates to the body’s explosive power ability.
What does the peak power recorded in the Wingate Power Test indicate?
The body’s ability to sustain high intensity effort.
It reflects an individual’s anaerobic capacity.
Who is more suited to anaerobic events according to the Wingate Power Test?
Subjects who can sustain and achieve high levels of power throughout the test.
These individuals demonstrate greater anaerobic capacity.
What should be done with the results of the Wingate Power Test?
Record the results, compare to other athletes/national averages/previous results, create a specific training programme, monitor progress, retest.
This process ensures effective training and development.
Fill in the blank: The longer an individual is able to work flat out at high intensity, the greater their _______.
anaerobic capacity.
This is a key indicator of performance in anaerobic activities.
Define reliability
The test would give the same results if repeated
Define validity
The test measures what it sets out to measure
Describe how to standardise a fitness test
Keep everything the same such as the environment, testing procedure, warm up, food intake
