Operation Manual

Polar BodyAge System
The test follows a protocol where the watts are set to a percentage of the client's estimated
VO
2max
, but the watts can be adjusted. If you are using a cardio device that is not connected to the
BodyAge system, you will have to manually set the watts on the cardio device that you are using
to match the test screen in order to get accurate results.
When the test is completed (~1-6 minutes), the data will be displayed.
Select Print to print the data and the graph.
Select OK to save the data and return to the main screen.
PAR-Q
Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)
The PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire) was developed by the British Columbia
Department of Health. Its purpose is to identify the small number of individuals for whom physical
activity might be inappropriate. All individuals should answer the questions on the PAR-Q prior to
testing.
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