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Title: Beep Test for Vo2 Max Calculation


1
  • Beep / Bleep Test
  • for VO2 Max

2
What is Beep Test?
  • Beep Test is a test that is performed to test the
    fitness level of any individual.
  • The test is performed to strengthen your stamina
    and endurance.
  • It is also known as bleep test, multi stage
    fitness test or 20 m shuttle run test.
  • It is used to measure the maximum VO2.

3
Equipments
  • Markers
  • A pre-recorded audio tape, CD or laptop for
    playing beep sound.

4
How to Perform the Test ?
  • Place markers 20 meters apart.
  • The individual has to run between two markers
    which is of 20 m apart.

5
How to Perform Beep Test?
  • Start the audio tape or CD while you start
    running.
  • Before you hear the beep sound, run to the
    opposite marker.
  • If you reach the marker, wait there until you
    hear the beep sound.
  • If you cant reach the marker before the beep
    hears, try to reach before you hear the third
    beep.
  • Follow this process until you cannot reach the
    pace before the beep sound.
  • Or continue until you reach the 21st pace

6
VO2 Max
  • Beep Test is used to estimate maximum oxygen
    intake (VO2 Max).

7
VO2 Max Formula
  • 3.46 x (Level No. of Shuttles / (Level x 0.4325
    7.0048)) 12.2

8
  • Find your Maximum Oxygen Intake (VO2 Max) online
    using Beep Test Calculator.
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