Discussion VO2 max can be measured a variety of ways. There are many laboratory and/or field tests that could be completed by subjects to determine their VO2 max. According to McArdle (2015) “..usual activity modes include treadmill running or walking, bench stepping, and stationary cycling. In accord with exercise test and training specificity, other forms of testing employ free tethered, and flume swimming, swim-bench ergometry, in-line skating, roller skiing, simulated arm-leg climbing, rowing, ice-skating and arm-crank and wheelchair exercise.” (p.237) There are many limitations with both laboratory and field tests. As stated by Ramsbottm, Brewer, and Williams, during a study that was conducted to estimate maximal oxygen uptake during
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The major finding from the set of data that they collected is that measurement of maximal oxygen consumption using the treadmill test was preferred over the field tests. This is because the field tests that were conducted seemed to underestimate the maximal oxygen consumption values. However, the values could still be used because the tests were easily performed and would be helpful in planning their training. (Metaxas et al, 2005) During a study that was conducted by Metaxas, Koutlianos, Kouidi, and Deligiannis (2005) they determined that “VO2 max in soccer players using the treadmill exercise test seems to be a more accurate method in comparison with field tests. Thus, the evaluation of aerobic capacity with laboratory tests constituted an appropriate process of cardiorespiratory index analysis in soccer players.” They also went on to say that “field tests should be considered an easy and helpful tool for trainers and should be applied for players’ follow-up during the playing season.” (p. …show more content…
The 1.5 mile run test requires subjects to run the prescribed distance as fast as possible. Subjects are advised to pace themselves in order for them to run at optimal speed. (George et al,1992) According to the study done by George, Vehrs, Allsen, Fellingham, & Fisher (1992), based on the results of the 1.5 mile run, utilization of it to determine VO2 max appears to be justified. However, “many who perform the 1.5 mile run are sedentary and/or unaccustomed to sustained high intensity exercise and therefore the 1.5 mile run test is generally disliked because of the discomfort associated with this test.” (George et al, 1999) They state that discretion should be used when applying the results of this test to individuals who are older or younger than 18-29 years old because age is a significant independent variable in the prediction of VO2
The major finding from the set of data that they collected is that measurement of maximal oxygen consumption using the treadmill test was preferred over the field tests. This is because the field tests that were conducted seemed to underestimate the maximal oxygen consumption values. However, the values could still be used because the tests were easily performed and would be helpful in planning their training. (Metaxas et al, 2005) During a study that was conducted by Metaxas, Koutlianos, Kouidi, and Deligiannis (2005) they determined that “VO2 max in soccer players using the treadmill exercise test seems to be a more accurate method in comparison with field tests. Thus, the evaluation of aerobic capacity with laboratory tests constituted an appropriate process of cardiorespiratory index analysis in soccer players.” They also went on to say that “field tests should be considered an easy and helpful tool for trainers and should be applied for players’ follow-up during the playing season.” (p. …show more content…
The 1.5 mile run test requires subjects to run the prescribed distance as fast as possible. Subjects are advised to pace themselves in order for them to run at optimal speed. (George et al,1992) According to the study done by George, Vehrs, Allsen, Fellingham, & Fisher (1992), based on the results of the 1.5 mile run, utilization of it to determine VO2 max appears to be justified. However, “many who perform the 1.5 mile run are sedentary and/or unaccustomed to sustained high intensity exercise and therefore the 1.5 mile run test is generally disliked because of the discomfort associated with this test.” (George et al, 1999) They state that discretion should be used when applying the results of this test to individuals who are older or younger than 18-29 years old because age is a significant independent variable in the prediction of VO2