Comparison of original and alternative incremental sit-to-stand exercise protocol for anaerobic threshold assessment

• Published in: The Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine Vol. 9; no. 2; pp. 83 - 88
• Main Authors: Nakamura, Keisuke, Nagasawa, Yuya, Sawaki, Shoji, Yokokawa, Yoshihiko
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: The Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine 25.03.2020; Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
• Subjects: anaerobic threshold; fitness assessment; shortened incremental sit-to-stand test

Anaerobic threshold (AT) is an established parameter of aerobic fitness. The incremental sit-to-stand exercise (ISTS), using one of the activities of daily living, is used to assess physical capacity in patients who are unable to safely pedal or walk. However, the effect of an alternative ISTS proto...