physical human performance testing.

3. Physical Testing human performance :-
Testing human performance under exercise conditions allows for the evaluation of
the human body's functional ability. This information can give us an understanding
of the individual's overall health and wellness as well as athletic performance
capacity.
This information can then be used to implement exercise programs designed to
enhance health and wellness or sport performance.
There are numerous tests that can be performed in the exercise physiology
laboratory in order to evaluate health and wellness or examine athletic performance
capacity. Sport evaluation is a fundamental moment in the training process of every
athlete, every team and is an indispensable support for the coach.
The aims and all the aspects related to the assessment, will be taken into
consideration, allowing each athlete, team and coach a good workout or match,
whatever their competitive level.

4. Performance factors :-
Sport performance is the result of several factors, some of which are closely related
to the athlete, hereditary and acquired; while others act in an integrated way on the
athlete and on the team, influencing the training and competition process.
One of the topics of interest in sporting activities is the relationship between genetic
factors (the talent is partly genetically determined) and training factors, in
determining the performance of an athlete .
The sons of the great athletes have a 50% chance of inheriting notable sportive
abilities. A probability that rises up to 75% in the case of children of a couple of
great athletes.
Factors of Sport performance Genetic , health state , trainable , nutrition , doping
,training level ,sportive technique , psychological level .

5. Testing human performance under exercise conditions:-
There are numerous tests that can be performed in the exercise physiology
laboratory in order to evaluate health and wellness or examine athletic
performance capacity such as :-
1- VO2 (volume of oxygen) Max Test:-
is considered the best measurement of cardiorespiratory fitness. It determines
your maximum aerobic capacity, the body's ability to transport and utilize oxygen
during exercise. A very high level of physical exertion is required to conduct this
test. The protocol for the VO2 max test starts with a warm-up stage then every
three minutes the stage will increase in intensity. Data is gathered during each
progressive stage. Upon reaching the maximum heart rate and/or peak values the
exercise stages are stopped and the client cools-down for a period of time while
additional data is gathered.
Test Length: 90 minutes

6. 2- VO2 Sub max Test:-
follows a similar protocol as the VO2 Max but the test is terminated at
approximately 85% of the client’s predicted maximum capacity (determined by
heart rate).
This is a less invasive test (without use of the metabolic analyzer) and provides
data to determine appropriate training zones. The sub max exercise test can be
used to estimate maximal VO2.
Metabolic Analyzer is not used with these tests.
Test Length: 60 minutes

7. 3-Metabolic Efficiency Point Test :-
is an ideal test to determine how much carbohydrate and fat is burned during
aerobic exercise, as well as what proportion of these fuels your muscles prefer per
stage (workload) using metabolic monitor measurements gathered from expired
air.
The test is divided into two protocols depending on performance goals and
training period.
The base or off season protocol :-is geared towards detecting your fuel
utilization (carbohydrate and fat burning ratios) at various intensities/workloads
determined by HR, watts or speed and RPE.
The competition season protocol :-is geared toward detecting your fuel
utilization at your self-selected race pace, knowing carbohydrate and fat
utilization and how much of each fuel will provide valuable data for race day
nutrition needs.
Test Length: 120 minutes

8. 4-Lactate Threshold (LT) Test :-
Protocol includes step minute stages of progressive workloads with blood lactate
collection (finger or earlobe pinprick) at rest, end of each successive stage and
during recovery.
Lactate levels are highly correlated with performance and often used to determine
training zones. Lactate threshold is the maximal intensity that one can maintain for
a period of time without tipping the balance between production and clearance of
lactate in the blood. Once tipped, muscle fatigue will ensue.
We recommend the test be completed during a recovery period to minimize effects
from overall training fatigue. This test may be combined with the VO2 Max or
Metabolic Efficiency tests utilizing the metabolic analyzer for additional fee.
Test Length: 60 - 90 minutes.

10. 5-Functional Movement Screening (FMS) :-
is a battery of movement screens that helps to both prevent noncontact injuries
and facilitate more effective training techniques.
The screening ranks and grades movement patterns key to normal function.
It identifies functional limitation and a symmetrics. Clients are provided
corrective exercises most effective to restore proper movement and build
strength.
Test Length: 20 minutes

12. 6-Resting Metabolic Rate:-
The Metabolic Test provides insight into TDEE (total daily energy expenditure).
Resting metabolic rate (RMR) is a measurement of the energy you burn each day
for basic living functions. This test is highly accurate and uses the same
technology utilized in hospitals to determine the amount of fat and carbohydrate
you are burning (% fat, % carb, and grams) .
This test includes the metabolic analyzer to measure oxygen and carbon dioxide
gas exchange, which requires wearing a breathing mask and light headgear.
Test Length: 45 minutes

13. 7-Body Composition testing:-
is becoming a gold standard for . It is one of the best ways to accurately measure
your lean mass and fat mass, and also provides an estimated resting metabolic rate
(the number of calories your body needs to support its basic functions) and Total
Energy Expenditure (the number of calories you need to make it through your day).
Preparing for Your Appointment:-
It is essential you wear form-fitting clothing for accurate results Acceptable
clothing includes Spandex, Lycra or other Speedo-type swimsuit, compression
shorts, and light weight sports bras (no padding or wires). Individuals with
significant body and/or facial hair may experience varied results.
Do not eat or exercise within two hours prior to testing
Use the restroom, if necessary, prior to testing.
Test Length: 15-30 minutes.
Youth Testing: calculations for body composition is dependent on age as one of
several variables. The algorithm is designed for adults 18 years of age and older.

14. 8-Basic haematology test (haemoglobin and haematocrit):-
We use the finger-prick blood samples to determine the oxygen carrying capacity
of your blood. Being able to carry a lot of oxygen in your blood is particularly
important for prolonged exercise.
Haemoglobin is the protein molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen from
the lungs to the body's tissues. The haematocrit blood test determines the
percentage of red cells in your blood, and shows your blood's oxygen carrying
capacity.

15. 9-Heat Acclimation:-
Your ability to perform prolonged exercise is impaired in hot environments. Heat
acclimation is the improvement in your ability to perform in the heat from repeated
exposure to high temperatures.
The purpose of a heat acclimation session is to help your body perform in the heat.
We will help your body adapt to the effects of high temperatures on your sports
performance.
By undergoing up to 5 sessions with us, you can improve your heat tolerance and
prepare for a challenge in intense heat like the Marathon des Sables.
During the session, we will monitor your:
•Body temperature
•Heart rate
•Fluid loss
•Sweat rate

16. References :-
1-Assessment Of Sport Performance ,Altavilla, G., D’Elia, F., &
Raiola, G. (2018a). A brief review of the effects of physical activity
in subjects with cardiovascular disease: An interpretative key.
2- Physical Performance Tests , this publication at:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication , October 2018.