Forestry Step Test Flashcards
1
Q
What is the method for the Forestry step test?
A
Perform a short warm up. Stand facing the bench and start stepping onto the bench. Keep to the beat of the metronome. Do this for 5 minutes, then locate pulse. After 5 minutes 15 seconds record your heart rate.
2
Q
What component of fitness is measured?
A
Aerobic Endurance
3
Q
What are the units of measurements?
A
ml / kg / min
4
Q
What is an advantage of the Forestry Step Test?
A
Simple and quick to carry out.
Large numbers of participants can do it at a time.
5
Q
What is a disadvantage of the Forestry Step Test?
A
Boring and repetitive.