Carrying out the test, Fitness test settings – POLAR S410 User Manual
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To get reliable test results, the following basic requirements apply:
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You should be relaxed and calm.
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The test can take place anywhere – home, office, health club – as long
as the testing environment is peaceful. No disturbing noises
(Ex. television, radio or telephone), no other people talking to you.
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Keep the testing place, time of day and environment the same every
time the test is repeated.
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Avoid eating a heavy meal or smoking 2-3 hours prior to testing.
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Avoid heavy physical effort, alcoholic beverages or pharmacological
stimulants on the test day and the day before.
Carrying Out the Test
To be able to carry out the Polar Fitness Test you need to do the following
settings in the Options mode:
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Set your personal user information and long-term physical activity level.
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Set the Polar Fitness Test on.
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Set the HR
max
-p on if you want to get a prediction of your maximum
heart rate.
Fitness Test Settings
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