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Development and validation of an automated step ergometer.

Maria do Socorro C de Sousa¹, Rodrigo R Aniceto², Gabriel R Neto³

¹Kinanthropometry and Human Performance Laboratory, Federal University of Paraíba, João Pessoa, Brazil. ; Physical Education Post-graduate Associate Program, Federal University of Paraíba, João Pessoa, Brasil.

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Summary

An affordable Automated Step Ergometer (ASE) was developed and validated for predicting maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max). This device offers a reliable and accessible method for assessing cardiorespiratory fitness.

Keywords:

cardiorespiratory fitness ergometer heart rate oxygen uptake step test

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Area of Science:

Exercise Physiology
Biomedical Engineering
Sports Science

Background:

Laboratory ergometers for cardiorespiratory fitness assessment are often expensive and inaccessible.
There is a need for cost-effective and user-friendly devices to evaluate maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max).

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and validate an Automated Step Ergometer (ASE) adjustable for subject height.
To assess the ASE's capability in predicting VO2max through a progressive step test.

Main Methods:

An Automated Step Ergometer (ASE) prototype was designed with an adjustable elevating platform.
Validation involved comparing VO2max predictions from the ASE and a treadmill using direct gas analysis in 167 participants.
Statistical analyses included t-tests, ANOVA, and Pearson's correlation to compare measurements.

Main Results:

The ASE demonstrated high correlation (r=0.974) and no significant differences (p=0.365) compared to treadmill measures for VO2max.
Repeatability, reproducibility, and reliability values were within acceptable ranges for both genders.
Internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) exceeded 0.90, indicating robust measurement properties.

Conclusions:

The developed Automated Step Ergometer (ASE) is a valid and reliable tool for assessing cardiorespiratory fitness.
The ASE provides an affordable and accessible alternative for VO2max prediction.
This device can facilitate widespread cardiorespiratory fitness evaluations.