Determining cardiovascular fitness normative reference values in a university aged Canadian population using maximal exercise testing

Abstract

Study aim: Maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) is the greatest rate at which the body can use oxygen and is an indicator of aerobic power. Although aerobic fitness is such a valuable determinant of health, there is limited research with established normative values for a healthy young adult Canadian population. The purpose of the study was to develop normative reference values for a Canadian young-adult population.

Keywords

• vo2max testing
• aerobic capacity
• graded exercise test
• bruce protocol