Importance of fitness testing

Question 1

Calibration

Answer 1

A process or action which checks something (equipment) for accuracy

Question 2

Reliability

Answer 2

Is the ability to repeatedly carry out the same test and achieve comparable results each time

Question 3

Validity

Answer 3

Is how accurate a set of results are

Question 4

Practicality

Answer 4

How suitable the test is for the given situation, the person administrating the test and the people taking part in the test

Question 5

Factors affecting reliability

Answer 5

• Motivation of the participant
• Condition of the testing environment
• Experience of the person administering the test
• Compliance with standardised test procedure

Question 6

Factors affecting practicality

Answer 6

• Cost
• Time taken to perform the test
• Time taken to set up the test
• Time taken to analyse data
• Number of participants that can take part in the test at any time