During the test, the treadmill gradually increases the incline and speed in specific stages. The keypads are disabled. The test ends if,
• | You press STOP. |
• After the first stage elapses, no heart rate signal is | |
| detected for one minute. |
• | You surpass your target heart rate (85% of your maximum |
| aerobic heart rate) at the first stage or 80% of your |
•If you press the red STOP button during the test, the test ends and the display indicates whether the test was completed.
•The program profile appears slightly different in the Fitness Test than in the other programs. The profile combines both speed and incline in five stages. The relationship between column height and incline settings is shown in Diagram 17.
maximum aerobic heart rate after any subsequent stages. |
• You complete the |
You must complete at least three stages of the test for it to determine your aerobic capacity and establish your VO2 max. Once you complete the test, a fitness score and fitness level appear as part of the workout summary. Use it to compare to Table 6 or Table 7.
Fitness Test Tips
Read through the following tips before selecting the Fitness Test.
Column height
Incline settings
13 — 15
10 — 12.5
8 — 9.5
6 — 7.5
4 — 5.5
3 — 3.5
2 — 2.5
1 — 1.5
0.0 — 0.5
•Sit and rest for at least five minutes prior to taking the test.
•You must enter your weight, age, and gender.
•You can change to another program while in the midst of taking the Fitness Test, but you will not receive a fitness score.
Diagram 17: Column height in the Fitness Test
Important: If you need to stop the running belt to regain control or reduce your heart rate, please do so. You can retake the fitness test later.
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