Construction of a submaximal cardiovascular step test.

Abstract A submaximal cardiovascular step test was developed to be used with men between the ages of 18 and 60 years. A test-retest reliability coefficient of .94 was obtained. Test results correlated with the Balke Treadmill Test resulted in a validity coefficient of .94. Metabolic requirements range from VO2 of 1.55 to 2.44 liters.

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