… assess mean differences on all fitness assessments. Bivariate correlations were used to
explore relationships between changes in fitness … a 12-week functional fitness intervention may …

… ), at least for ordinary fitness prescriptions. However, this approach requires a maximal
exercise test, which is not always logistically possible in fitness programs or desirable in athletes (…

… equivalent exercise intensities. The use of V̇O 2 R in exercise prescription provides more
accurate target workloads, especially for individuals with a low fitness level. Net V̇O 2 during …

… This chapter includes a few examples of the types of tests that were used to assess
fitness in earlier times. The tests described here are not necessarily those that were the most …

… Previous studies have primarily evaluated low intensive exercise prescription … aerobic fitness.
In a highly intensive Danish exercise prescription scheme called 'Exercise on Prescription' (…

The prescription of exercise for increasing physical activity and fitness for patients with heart
disease has been a traditional and primary component of secondary prevention for 30 years…

… Experimental studies demonstrate that regular exercise improves risk factors for cardiovascular
disease such as physical fitness, blood lipids, blood pressure, and body composition in …

… For this reason, exercise prescription guidelines for cardiac … study is to assess current
exercise prescription techniques at … A 1 MET increase in cardiorespiratory fitness corresponds to …

… Part III: Exercise Prescription covers the general principles of exercise prescription and …
using the terms physical activity, exercise, and physical fitness were used when determining …

… weight training as part of their exercise program [40] and, therefore, exercise prescription
should include aerobic and muscular fitness training. Exercise length is usually extended to …