How Fit are You?

You don’t have to be applying for the defence forces or police to benefit from the beep test.

Since the test only requires a couple of markers set 20m apart, your running gear and an Mp3 player it is an easy and fast way to measure your aerobic fitness and keep track of your progress.

I suggest using a tape measure to mark out your course because each metre you get it wrong is a 5% error!

Before attempting a maximal beep test you should get clearance from your doctor especially if you are over 35, overweight or have been sedentary for a few years.  Anyone with a history of breathing difficulties or heart problems should not attempt the test unless cleared by a specialist.

So what’s a good score?

The following is just a rough guide

Men aged 16 – 35

Poor – less than 8.1

Average – 8.1 – 10.1

Good – 10.1 – 12.1

Excellent – 12.1+

Men aged 36 – 50

Poor – less than 7.1

Average – 7.1 – 9.1

Good – 9.1 – 11.1

Excellent 11.1+

Women aged 16 – 35

Poor – less than 7.1

Average – 7.1 – 9.1

Good – 9.1 – 11.1

Excellent 11.1+

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