the final count down

[pete 11]

hi all ive got my medical in 3 weeks time and ill be doing the chester step test (sounds like a new dance craze)
anyway ive read the other posts on this subject and ive got the test coming on cd. I was wondering if anyone new the best training to prepare for this test in the short time ive got im pretty fit  already but dont want to take any chances. i gather i want to be practicing the test, and running steps alot but does anyone know what heart rate zone i should be aiming for when i train on my bike or run to improve my figures in this test. thanks for reading this and any advice is greatfully received

[Andy Cole]

You want to work at about 80% of your maximum perceived heart rate which is calculated by subtracting your age from 220 (to give your Max HR) then taking 80% of that.

Good Luck!

[pete 11]

hi thanks for that andy, also do you know if they always send for your gps records as i had mild asthma as a child and a bit in my teens and hoping this wont prove a problem as ive grown out of it and had no treatment for years now

[scrabble]

Hi

The Brigade GP will not contact your own GP.  With regards to the chester step test I had a long time off from the Fire Service and re-entered once more.  I was basically unfit and never even knew I was going to do a Chester Step test that day.  I passed it with flying colours.  One tip I would give is to breathe deeply and take in loads air.  Dont put on a show and and breathe normally just to make yourself look like your really fit.

[pete 11]

thanks for the info