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Exercise Physiology
Fitness evaluation with treadmill test
Exercise physiology is the study of the human body's responses and adaptation to the stresses of physical activity. At Loma Linda University in California, this treadmill test is used to assess cardiovascular fitness and endurance of test subjects, based on the length of the workout and the subject's performance. This research is used to develop exercise programs and manage health risk factors.