Installation and Settings
CardioCoach PRO User Manual | Page 69
The client should maintain a constant RPM the entire test. This is generally
set at 60 – 80 RPMs. It is crucial that the cycle or ergometer has the means
of displaying Watts and RPMs for a successful test.
Figure 3: Stationary Bicycle Test Example.
Cycle Test, Manual Cycle
Try to keep the speed constant and increase the tension ¼ turn for every
minute during the test. If a ¼ turn is not enough, try ½ turn the next test.
You will have to try by trial-and-error to get a good testing feel for the
graded exercise test on a manual cycle.
VO2 Long / Metabolic Efficiency Testing
The “VO2 Long” option (only offered in the Pro model) will run a test that collects
raw data and displays it in a data table and a graphic for those performing
Metabolic Efficiency Testing. These test can run over the normal restricted time
as the device will automatically recalibrate during the test without stopping the
collection of data. You will NOT receive any heart rate zones, VO2 max, or
threshold data as tests in this mode will not normally follow a graded exercise
test protocol. You can, however, see these values in the raw measurements.
Other Tests
The CardioCoach test can be conducted on any piece of stationary
equipment where you can control and monitor the cadence and workload
during the test. Always remember the graded exercise test is designed to
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