How to Measure Your Grip Strength
Grip strength, alongside cardiovascular fitness, is one of the best predictors of longevity [1]. It is a good indication of someone’s overall upper body strength […]
Fitness Testing
How To Measure Your Broad Jump
Your broad jump is the maximum distance you can jump from a standing position. It is a good way to assess your lower body power […]
How To Measure Your Vertical Jump
Your vertical jump is the maximum height you can jump off the ground. It is a good way to assess your lower body power relative […]
Estimating VO2 max with a 2000m Row
VO2 max is a measure of the maximal volume of oxygen your body can use and it’s a good indicator of cardiovascular fitness. A true […]
The Cooper Test for Estimating VO2 Max
VO2 max is a measure of the maximal volume of oxygen your body can use and it’s a good indicator of cardiovascular fitness. A true […]
Estimating VO2 Max with a One Mile Walk
VO2 max is a measure of the maximal volume of oxygen your body can use and it’s a good indicator of cardiovascular fitness. A true […]
How To Measure VO2 max in 3 Minutes
VO2 max is a measure of the maximal volume of oxygen your body can use and it’s a good indicator of cardiovascular fitness. A true […]
How To Measure Resting Heart Rate
Your Resting Heart Rate, sometimes abbreviated RHR, is the number of times your heart needs to beat in 60 seconds at rest. A lower resting […]
How to Measure HbA1c for Diabetes Risk
Type 2 Diabetes is a health condition which means there is too much sugar circulating in your blood stream. You can get a snapshot of […]
How To Measure Lung Function
Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) is an important measure for determining respiratory health. The test is simple and can be done at home, with devices costing […]
How To Measure Your Blood Pressure
Your blood pressure reading is an important pair of numbers that can indicate your risk of heart attack and stroke. It can be measured with […]
How To Measure Your Waist
The size of your waist can be a good indication of whether you are at an increased risk of certain health conditions like heart disease […]