The dreaded beep test. Test yourself maybe every 2 weeks or at the end of each month.
The beep test is a multi-stage fitness test commonly used to measure athlete fitness.
Before starting download a beep test app to your phone.
- Place markers 20 meters apart (measure with tape measure so you don’t cheat the distances).
- Position yourself at one of the markers.
- Press the start button of the Beep Fitness Test app.
- Run 20 meters to the opposite marker, getting there before the next beep sounds.
- Wait there until the beep sounds before running back to the other marker.
Here’s a guide below to the levels you should be aiming for.
If you haven’t go the room try the the 15m beep test. Just remember to select the right on (20m or 15m on your app) before starting.
You will need a either a laptop, iPad or phone to watch the sessions while you train. Set it up so the video session is played at full screen.
Add some structure to your training. Choose how often you wish to train – once a day, every other day, it’s up to you. Then choose a time of day then stick to it and maintain it.
Keep a record of your results so you have a record to help you push yourself to go further, faster or for longer next time round. If you are brave enough to video your session even it’s for 30 seconds long then email it to me and I’ll put it on this blog. It would be great if you could inspire your teammates with your actions.
Email your videos to brook70@gmail.com
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