Chester Step Test.... again!

[finsp]

Any PTI doing the test should allow the person being tested to complete the level rather than stop them mid level, the software will calculate the best line prior to reaching the 80%.

hope that makes sence?

[bruceybogtrotter]

Thanks for that finsp i tried the test today, i had a light dinner (no tea,coffee)  waited 3 hours then did the test, my MHR is 176, my 80% is 141 and i went through it on stage 5 with a rate of 154 does anyone know if this is a pass.

   thanks  tony

[finsp]

I would need all the hr readings for each level for me to calculate the score, the test isnt about the hr that you finish on, but the way your heart rate reacts to each increased level of exertion. Let me know what your readings are for each level, your max and 80% and ill wizz em on the computer for you to give you a rough idea where you are. obviously this will only be as a helpfull guide and shouldnt be used as 'leverage' for any future applications etc..... (back covered i reckon)

[bruceybogtrotter]

OK thanks,my MHR is 176,80% is 141 HR rates were 94,102,123,138,154.

[finsp]

ok,

based on the presumtion you are using a 30cm step height the software gives you a score of 44 vo2, just 1 off the 45 minimum requirement for recruitment.

Basically whatever you are doing is working however I would suggest increasing the intensity of your training and also concentrating on stepping type excersise i.e. running steps etc...

hope this helps you.

[bruceybogtrotter]

Ok thanks.

[Andy Cole]

Any chance you could do the same for me if you get a second?

My max HR is 193, 80% is 154. I am using a 30cm step.

Started with 84,
Level I 106
Level II 130
Level III 146
Level IV 174

[bruceybogtrotter]

i've checked your score it is 43.

[Andy Cole]

Cheers!

[BMorfill]

This might help.

http://www.fire.org.uk/punbb/upload/viewtopic.php?id=1822

[Andy Cole]

finsp, bruceybogtrotter or anyone in the 'know',

I have been trying to improve my step test result for an upcoming medical I need to pass as the final stage of the recruitment process for a Wholetime job.

As you can see from previous posts you very kindly entered my HR readings onto the computer system to come up with my Vo2, I was wondering if you could do it again with my most recent set to see if I have improved and how much more I have to do to get my all important 'pass'!

The medical is fairly soon now so if anyone can help I would be very grateful.

The circumstances are exactly the same as before i.e:

My max HR is 193, 80% is 154. I am using a 30cm step.

My starting HR is:  83

Level one:  103

Level two:  114

Level three:  130

Level four:  153

Level five:  176


As I say any input is greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Andy

[finsp]

Andy can you wait until Friday?

[Andy Cole]

yep, my medical is a fortnight tomorrow. I just wanted to get an idea of whether I've improved at all and how much I still have to improve to pass.

Friday will be fine, Thanks very much!!

Andy

[bruceybogtrotter]

Your score for these results is 46. I have left you a message anyway.

[Andy Cole]

Your score for these results is 46. I have left you a message anyway.

Thanks, I never got your message though!!

Looks as though if those results are right I need to keep doing what I'm doing!!