User's Manual

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Single Stage Treadmill
The Single Stage Treadmill test is used to determine a client’s aerobic capacity and MET level.
The test is based on the treadmill’s speed and grade and so it is important the treadmill is
calibrated regularly. Refer to your treadmill user manual for more details on this or contact the
manufacturer.
Prior to completing the test complete the Pre-Testing Heart Disease Questions. Contact the
client’s physician for medical clearance if any of the answers are yes.
During testing the client is not allowed to hold onto the handrails of the treadmill for balance. Each
stage is 4 minutes long with the heart rate and blood pressure being measured during the final
minute of each stage. Begin the first one to two minutes of the test by selecting a comfortable
pace for the client. Increase the speed to between 2.0 and 4.5 mph depending on the condition of
the client. Increase the incline the grade by 5% maintaining a final speed of warm up stage. Stage
two begins when the grade reaches 5%. Decrease the grade and speed for stage three.
The following is the screen when the test is completed.