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E. TESTS
The Polar Fitness Test is an easy, safe and quick
way to estimate individual maximal aerobic power
and to get predicted maximum heart rate value.
The Polar Fitness Test is targeted to healthy adults.
Polar Fitness Test
OwnIndex
OwnIndex is a value which is comparable to maximal oxygen uptake (VO
2max
),
a commonly used descriptor of aerobic fitness. Cardiovascular (aerobic)
fitness relates to how well your cardiovascular system works to transport
and utilize oxygen in your body. The stronger and more efficient your heart
is, the better the cardiovascular fitness is. VO
2max
is a good indicator of
performance in endurance sports.
If you have not set the user information before trying
to enter the Tests mode, you will automatically move to
the user settings.
Returning to your previous maximum value
Start with the display showing Max Spd, Max Cad*, Max Alt or Max Pwr* in
the records file.
1. Press and hold the signal/light button to start returning to the previous
value. Return OLd appears and the value starts to flash.
2. You can still cancel the reset by pressing the stop button. If you are sure
you want to return to the previous value, press OK.
3. Press the stop button to exit the display.
Or, if you want to start resetting your maximum value to zero, press and
hold the signal/light button. Reset VALUE starts to flash. Once your have
reset the value you cannot retrieve it.
4. You can still cancel the reset by pressing the stop button. If you are sure
you want to return to the previous value, press OK.
5. Press and hold the stop button to return to the Time of day display.
*Optional Polar Cadence Sensor or Polar Power Output Sensor required.