Purpose Of Graded Exercise Test

The purpose of the graded exercise test is to assess the cardiorespiratory capacity (VO2 max). The VO2 max is used to identify the level of cardiorespiratory fitness of the individual. Days before the graded exercise test, I’ll give Tonya instructions, such as eating breakfast, but no tea, coffee, and chocolate because caffeine may affect performance and results. She has to wear exercise clothes and running shoes. She will sign a consent form after the physician explains the entire procedure. During the test, I will measure her resting heart rate and blood pressure; she will do 3-5 minutes of warm-up to become familiar with the equipment and prepare her muscles for the test. She will start walking at a low speed on the treadmill, then the