Methods of ergometry in children. Definitions, testing procedures, accuracy and reproduceability.
1971
P O Astrand
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D010101
Oxygen Consumption
The rate at which oxygen is used by a tissue; microliters of oxygen STPD used per milligram of tissue per hour; the rate at which oxygen enters the blood from alveolar gas, equal in the steady state to the consumption of oxygen by tissue metabolism throughout the body. (Stedman, 25th ed, p346)
The ability to carry out daily tasks and perform physical activities in a highly functional state, often as a result of physical conditioning.
Fitness, Physical
D001835
Body Weight
The mass or quantity of heaviness of an individual. It is expressed by units of pounds or kilograms.
Body Weights,Weight, Body,Weights, Body
D005082
Physical Exertion
Expenditure of energy during PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. Intensity of exertion may be measured by rate of OXYGEN CONSUMPTION; HEAT produced, or HEART RATE. Perceived exertion, a psychological measure of exertion, is included.