Fitness score assessment is based on a simple 3-4 minute lying-to-standing test combined with Deep Breathing. This test provides a measurement of the level of Physical Fitness based on analysis of Heart Rate Variability (HRV). What is Heart Rate Variability? Our heart rate is constantly fluctuating, and the intervals between heartbeats vary in length. These fluctuations in known as Heart Rate Variability. Assessment based on Heart Rate Variability analysis is scientifically proven to monitor functional integrity of the body and give an accurate fitness evaluation.
- Evaluate your initial fitness level
- Monitor progress of your fitness training program
- Notice any changes to the fitness condition
- Immediately interpret test results
- Can be used by any individual ranging from athlete to sick and elderly, as well as personal
trainers and exercise physiologists
Parameters for Fitness Score Assessment (see fitness chart)
Functional Capacity: Levels 1 – 13
- From highest (1) to lowest (13)
Adaptability: Levels 1 – 7
- From highest (1) to lowest (7)
The Fitness Score
Our fitness depends on the ability to mobilize the body’s resources in response to physical stress. The fitness score is a combination of Functional capacity and Adaptability levels. Functional capacity is a fitness score component that reflects how well one’s body functions as a whole system. It is an indicator of general well-being and may vary in response to stress and changes in lifestyle. Adaptability is a measure of the efficiency of the cardiovascular system in response to physical activity. The “stronger” one’s cardiovascular system the higher is the level of adaptability. Adaptability can significantly improve the right exercise program as well as with diet.
WARNING!
If the fitness score is at the lowest levels of functional capacity and adaptability (within the red zone on the fitness chart), this is a warning sign and needs immediate attention. The individual should not exercise on the day when such a result is detected and is advised to consult a fitness or health care professional before engaging in any physical activity.
Heart Rate Measuring Devices
- POLAR H7Bluetooth SMART (BLE) belt or60beat Bluetooth SMART (BLE) belt around the
chest–for iPhone 4S and higher models
- Polar belt(regular 5khz )with a 60beat headphone jack adapter–for any iPhone models
Test results are calculated by our server based on a monthly subscription which includes 100 tests. Subscriptions have to be renewed monthly. However, your tests don’t expire. If you run out of tests before a month is over you can purchase another subscription for 100 tests and start using it immediately. In addition, you can perform a test on any of your devices using your login and password.
NOTE: 100 calculation test results are free during first 3
month period.
Note: Before starting a test make sure your measurement belt is WET and TIGHT enough.
Note: If a test is suddenly interrupted, please check that the BT (Bluetooth) icon is displayed
and restart the test. For more in-depth information please visit our website at
Stress&Wellness
Stress and Wellness assessment test is based on analysis of Heart Rate Variability using two different protocols. The first protocol compares analysis during normal and deep
breathing to identify a range of Autonomic Nervous System activity levels and receptor sensitivity as well as ANS capacity. This protocol can be done either sitting or lying down. The second protocol requires a laying-to-standing test and is a more direct measure of current stress and wellness levels. In some cases, there is additional possibility to see over adrenals activation during stand-up and sometimes individual psycho-emotional markers such as introversion (Introvert- is the person who looks inside, extravert – outside, means normal). Also, there is a possibility to recognize vagal dysfunction which is a very important issue, because it’s related to Gastro-Intestinal system dysfunction and some time with brain deregulations.
NOTE: Such of interpretation is not a medical, just physiological.
Both protocols complement each other.
– Green zone is positive wellness levels: 0 – Average wellness
1 – Slightly increased
2 – Moderately increased
3 – Significantly increased
4 – Sharply increased
NOTE: Different levels of adrenal activity in green zone is normal
Physiology Functioning.
– Yellow zone is negative wellness levels: -1 – Slightly decreased
-2 – Moderately decreased
-3 – Significantly decreased
-4 – Sharply decreased
– Red zone is the highest stress
– Black zone is very low adrenal activity – usually relatedtoh elderly people.
Fitness Score assessment based on Heart Rate Variability analysis during lying-to-standing test combined with Deep Breathing. Represented as a point on a 2-dimensional graph with 7 levels of Adaptability and 13 levels of Wellness.