POLAR S410 - Manual (Page 65)

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F. POLAR FITNESS TEST
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.
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.
OwnIndex
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