Background: The maximum aerobic capacity (VO2max) can be used to evaluate the cardiopulmonary
condition and to provide physiological balance between a person and his job.
Objectives: The aim of this study was to estimate the maximum aerobic capacity and its associated
factors among students of medical emergencies in Qazvin.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 36 male students of medical emergencies in
Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, 2015. The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
(PAR-Q) and demographic questionnaire were completed by the participants. The participants
meeting the inclusion criteria were assessed using the Gerkin treadmill protocol. Data were
analyzed using Mann-Whitney U test and Kruskal-Wallis.
Findings: Mean maximum aerobic capacity was 1.94±0.27 L/min. The maximum aerobic capacity
was associated with weight and height groups. There was significant positive correlation between
maximal aerobic capacity and height, weight and body mass index.
Conclusion: The Gerkin treadmill test is useful for estimation of the maximum aerobic capacity
and the maximum working ability in students of medical emergencies.
Keywords: Oxygen Consumption, Emergency Responders, Exercise Tes
