Exercise Prescription Questions:
1.) What are some limitations associated with the Rockport fitness walking test?
2.) What are some issues related to HR palpation? Are there any procedural concerns? If so, what are they?
The main objective of Rockport walking test is to evaluate cardiovascular fitnesss of a person. This test measures the maximum amount of oxygen utilized while performing intense exercise.
Limitations
2. The palpitation of heart may arise as a result of intense exercise, dehydration, illness and caffeine.
While determining heart rate, following concerns must be considered
In case if the person is unconsciousness, have chest pain, and unusual sweating, necessary steps must be taken to recover from it.
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