

When comparing the results to normative values, you should make sure that the testing technique, test conditions and subject populations are the same.Aerobic fitness is a very important component of fitnessįor netball. Being consistent with the technique will improve the reliability of the tests. Make note of the instructions such as where the hands are held (across the chest, behind the head, on the side of the head, out in front), how far you have to go back (shoulders to the ground, head to touch) and how far you go up (to touch your knees, chest to thighs), the angle of the knees (usually 90 degrees) and whether the feet are held or not. The techniques for the abdominal endurance sit-up tests used for the US defense forces (US Army, US Marines, US Navy), the home test and other endurance tests vary slightly. Which test you use will be dependent of what you are trying to measure, weighed up against the costs and ease of conducting the test. In the abdominal endurance tests, assessed is the ability to perform repeated abdominal curls in a set time (e.g.

In the abdominal strength tests, assessed is the ability of the abdominal muscle to function optimally and hold a correct position under increasing difficulty. The tests fall into two main categories, abdominal strength and abdominal endurance (see the list below).

The highest level attained before failing to keep up is recorded as the score for that test. The progression from one level to the next is signaled by 3 quick beeps. Usually, the interval of beeps is calculated as requiring a speed at the start of 8.5 km/h (see format table), increasing by 0.5 km/h with each level thereafter. The recording is typically structured into 25 'levels', each lasting around 62 s. If the person being tested does not make the next interval, the most recent level they completed is their final score. Many people who test people using the multi-stage fitness test allow one level to beep before the person makes the line, but some middle and grade schools allow two missed laps. As the test proceeds, the interval between each successive beep decreases, forcing the athletes to increase their speed over the course of the test until it is impossible to keep in sync with the recording (or, on extremely rare occasions, until the athlete completes the test). The runs are synchronized with a pre-recorded audio tape, CD or computer software, which plays beeps at set intervals. RULES: The test involves running continuously between two points that are 20 m apart from side to side (or 15 m in small gyms).
