Predicting VO2MAX for Older Adults Using RPE and the 6 Minute Walk Test

Maximal oxygen uptake;Exercise tests--older people

Brown, HannahFoster, Carl ;

University of Wisconsin

关键词: Maximal oxygen uptake;    Exercise tests--older people;   

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瑞士|英语

来源: University of Wisconsin

【 摘 要 】

The purpose of this study was to determine the accuracy of estimating V02max from the 6MWT performance and RPE at the conclusion of the test. Subjects (N=28) included were 40-75yrs of age and ranged from sedentary to very active with V02rnax ranging 25- SOml!kg/min. Each subject performed an incremental maximal treadmill test using a modified Balke protocol. After 24-48Iu?s rest, subjects performed the 6MWT and gave terminal RPE using the Onmi Rating Scale, Borg Category Ratio (0-10), and classical Borg 6-20 scale. The Borg 6-20 notably had higher correlations than the other rating scales. Moderate correlation was suggested between 6MWD and measured V02max? The 3 rating scales used presented low to moderate correlations. Measured vs. predicted V02max presented moderate to good correlations. The average standardized residuals suggest all prediction equations are accurate within about 1 MET.