A submaximal test for arm ergometry to determine peak oxygen uptake rate in upper body exercise.

摘要

submaximal test for arm ergometry was developed to determine an estimate for peak oxygen uptake rate values for upper body exercise. Ten males and 10 females were tested, ages 21-35 years. Each subject completed a graded arm ergometer exercise test consisting of two minute intervals until a steady-state heart rate was achieved at a level between 60-70% of their predicted maximal heart rate. The test was then continued in 1 minute intervals to a maximal effort. Heart rate, workload, and gas analysis were monitored throughout the entire test. Independent t-tests revealed that the men had significantly (p