| VO2max Lab for PEP326L OBJECTIVES: Be able to define VO2max Be able to explain two ways VO2max is expressed and the best method for comparison Be able to describe the 4 criteria used for the attainment of VO2max Be able to explain respiratory exchange ratio (RER); how to estimate maximal heart rate; and how to teach and use the ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) scale Be able to describe the difference in VO2max and VO2peak Be able to explain what energy systems are used during the VO2max test and which energy system is most dominant during the test Be able to explain the clinical significance of the VO2max test Be able to list several factors that may affect the outcome of a VO2max test Overview of the VO2max Lab: In this lab we introduce VO2max testing. In Part 1 of the lab we discuss terminology, VO2max criteria, energy systems and clinical significance of the VO2max test. In Part 2 of the lab we administer a VO2max test, analyze the data and discuss factors that affect testing. The key objective of this lab is familiarization with all factors and criteria for running and analyzing a VO2max test. There are 2 YOUTUBE videos to watch: Part 1 and Part 2.
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