Cooper test

Cooper test is a test of physical fitness. It was developed by Kenneth H. Cooper in 1968 for U.S. military purposes. Performed in its original form, when considering the extent possible within 12 minutes. The test is the condition of the person who is not, and therefore must run at a constant speed instead of running sprints and fast measure. The result is the distance test subject was the basis of their age and sex. The results can be correlated with the VO2 Max. It is a simple test for larger groups, but difficult for runners, such as the length of the course is considered long-distance running, because everything is evaluated over 3 km "long-distance "-meaning competitors have a stronger commitment and focus on the red muscle cells. 5000 m world record is 12:37.35 Kenenisa Bekele. After 12 minutes had reached a distance of approximately 4750 meters.

See also Aerobic Capacity Tests.