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In both studies physical fitness was determined by a progressive maximal cycle ergometer test.
Cardiovascular fitness (VO2max) was estimated from a maximal cycle ergometer test (Watt-max test) (Andersen 1995).
Exclusion criteria were: multiorgan transplant recipients, severe comorbidity, and contra-indication for a progressive maximal cycle ergometer test.
As with most maximal cycle ergometer tests, prior to the load being applied there was an initial high rpm.
Exercise capacity was assessed using the six minute walking distance (6MWD) and the peak of VO2 during the maximal cycle ergometer test (VO2max).
During the intervention period the intensity was gradually increased and averaged 75±5%5% of maximum heart frequency, as determined during the maximal cycle ergometer test.
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Cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2 ml/kg/min) was estimated by an incremental maximal cycle-ergometer test (Monark 829E Ergomedic, Vansbro, Sweden) as detailed elsewhere [ 23].
Maximal oxygen uptake (VO 2max) was measured using a maximal indirect cycle ergometer test modified from Pedersen & Nielsen [ 21], where VO2max was calculated from the maximal work capacity (Wmax).
Four of these used SIT (maximal effort cycle ergometer) exercise protocols of 2 to 6 weeks duration, 39, 44– 46 and two used near maximal running as the intervention (Table 1).
Similarly, LaBreche and McKenzie reported no significant differences (p>0.05) in VO2 or VCO2 max during a maximal incremental cycle ergometer test between the Cosmed K4b2 and a Physio-Dyne System [8].
The sub maximal Åstrand cycle ergometer test is used to evaluate energetic capacity [ 27].
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