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3) L
IFE
F
ITNESS
F
IT
T
EST
The Life Fitness Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile cross-trainer. The Life
Fitness Fit Test measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance
every four to six weeks. The user must grasp the hand sensors when prompted or wear a heart rate chest
strap, as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading. The workout duration will be five min-
utes at the chosen resistance level. Immediately afterward, the console will take the user's heart rate read-
ing, calculate a fitness score, and display the score in a results window.
The Fit Test is considered to be a submax VO2 (volume of oxygen) test. It gauges how well the heart sup-
plies oxygenated blood to the exercising muscles, and how efficiently those muscles receive oxygen from
the blood. Physicians and exercise physiologists generally regard this test as a good measure of aerobic
capacity.
To set up the Fit Test:
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Choose PERSONAL TRAINER, then LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST.
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Go through the setup screens for the Fit Test, including WEIGHT, AGE, AND GENDER. Press Enter
after each selection to record the entry.
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Choose a workout level (ENTER LEVEL). Consult the following recommended fit test level chart for
an appropriate effort level based on your age, gender and activity level. Use the NUMERIC BUT-
TONS or UP/DOWN ARROW BUTTONS to enter the corresponding level.
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As the test continues, a message will prompt the user to maintain a pedaling rate of 50-60 rpm
(equivalent to 4.2-5.5 mph). The user must maintain this rate throughout the 5-minute test duration.
After 16 seconds, if this speed is not maintained, the fit test will automatically terminate.
After the five-minute FIT TEST is completed, a FIT TEST score will be displayed.
F
IT
T
EST
P
ROGRAM
S
UGGESTED
E
XERTION
L
EVELS
Inactive
Active
Very Active
L2-4 men
L3-10 men
L7-15 men
L1-2 women
L2-5 women
L3-10 women
Suggested exertion levels should be used as a guideline for setting up the Fit Test program. The goal is to
elevate the user's heart rate to a level that is between 60%-85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate
(220-age).
Within each suggested range, these additional guidelines can be used:
Lower Half of Range
Upper Half of Range
higher age
lower age
lower weight
higher weight*
shorter
taller
* In cases of excessive weight, use lower half of range.
Cross-trainer
Fit Test Level
