Feasibility, Methodology, and Interpretation of Broad-Scale Assessment of Cardiorespiratory Fitness in a Large Community-Based Sample.

ABSTRACT: Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is intricately related to health status. The optimal approach for CRF quantification is through assessment of peak oxygen uptake (VO₂), but such measurements have been largely confined to small referral populations. Here we describe protocols and methodological considerations for peak VO₂ assessment and determination of volitional effort in a large community-based sample. Maximum incremental ramp cycle ergometry cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) was performed by Framingham Heart Study participants at a routine study visit (2016 to 2019). Of 3,486 individuals presenting for a multicomponent study visit, 3,116 (89%) completed CPET. The sample was middle-aged (54 ± 9 years), with 53% women, body mass index 28.3 ± 5.6 kg/m²

SUBMITTER: Nayor M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9252421 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature