Polar Electro AXN500 User Manual page 86

Maximal oxygen uptake value (VO
VO , is used in the estimation of energy expenditure. VO
2max
during maximum exertion. It is also known as maximum aerobic power or maximal oxygen intake/consumption. VO
commonly used determinant of aerobic (cardiovascular) fitness. Aerobic fitness relates to how well your cardiovascular
system works to transport and utilize oxygen in your body. The most accurate way of determining your individual VO
perform a maximal exercise stress test in a laboratory.
Note: If you do not know this value, you can determine a comparable value, your OwnIndex, by taking the Fitness Test. For further information,
see page 52.
Maximum heart rate value (HR
HR is used in the estimation of energy expenditure. HR
max
maximum physical exertion. HR
determining your individual HR
Heart rate value in a sitting position (HR
HR is used in the estimation of energy expenditure. In order to get the most accurate energy expenditure estimate, HR
sit
should be your typical heart rate when you are not doing any physical activity (while sitting). To easily determine your HR
sit down and put on your transmitter. In the Time main mode, use the Down
wrist unit after 2 to 3 minutes. This is your HR
normal day. Occasionally when you sit and do not engage in any physical activity for 2-3 minutes, write down your heart rate
value. In the evening, calculate the average value.
86 ADJUSTING SETTINGS, REVIEWING FILES AND USING TIMERS (TIME MAIN MODE)
, ml/kg/min)
2max
2max
)
max
max
is a useful tool for determining the intensity of acitivity. The most accurate way of
max
is to perform a maximal exercise stress test in a laboratory.
max
)
sit
. To more precisely calculate your HR
sit
is the maximum capacity for oxygen consumption by your body
is the highest number of heartbeats per minute during
button to see your heart rate. Look at your
, wear your Outdoor Computer for one
sit
is a
2max
is to
2max
sit
,
sit