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Select the tool you wish to use for this particular test and add in the protocol name. The maximum trial
duration, rest period between trials, and rest period between sides will be based on the type of test you
are trying to create. If you are trying to develop a strength test, consideration needs to be made regarding
the fatigability of the muscle(s) you are trying to test and the rest period created must be sufficient to
regain energy supplies. Generally a 3 second trial duration, with a 5 second rest period between trials and
a 5 second rest period between sides are acceptable parameters for testing muscle strength. If
developing the test to simulate a specific activity, set the parameters based on the task you are trying to
simulate. The closer the test is to the task the more valid the results will be.
Once all of the vital information is completed on this screen click Close. Your test should now appear in
your protocol listing under the protocol name.