Methods of evaluating aerobic capacity Flashcards
Memory method
POSESS
POSES
Protocol (description of test)
Objective (direct) or predicted
Simple/ complex
Evaluation
Suitability/ Sub maximal or maximal
The 4 methods
Direct gas analysis
12 min cooper run
MSFT
Step test
Direct gas analysis- P
Measure of expired air
Direct gas analysis- O
Objective (direct) more accurate
Direct gas analysis- S
Complex- expensive experienced tester required
Direct gas analysis- E
Oxygen used calculated
Direct gas analysis- Suitability
Not suitable for people with health issues
Direct gas analysis- Sub maximal/ Maximal
Maximal
12 Min Cooper Run- P
Run as far as possible in 12 mins
12 Min Cooper Run- O
Predicted measure- less accurate
12 Min Cooper Run- S
Simple- easy set up
12 Min Cooper Run- E
Distance covered measured
12 Min Cooper Run- Suitability
Not suitable for people with health issues
12 Min Cooper Run- Sub maximal/ Maximal
Maximal