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4. When prompted, use the
keypad or arrow
keys to
enter your age (10 to 99),
then press
ENTER
or wait 3
seconds.
5. Enter your gender by using
the arrow
keys to toggle
between MALE and
FEMALE. Press
ENTER
or
wait 3 seconds.
Note: The calculated target heart rate is displayed before you
start the test. This heart rate is derived from statistical
heart rate capacity averages (see Heart Rate Monitoring
Section) If you are uncomfortable with the target heart rate
displayed or feel discomfort during the fitness test, stop
the test.
6. Press
START
to begin.
Note: This test increases in difficulty until you reach the target
heart rate, then a 30-second countdown follows and ends
the test.
To stop the test at any time, press any key other than ENTER.
Upon completion the elliptical displays a VO
2
Max score and
fitness assessment based on your performance compared to
the general population.
Table 4-4 Firefighter Fitness Test Score
VO2 Max
Rating
>59
Superior
50-58
Excellent
40-49
Good
32-39
Average
<32
Low
