Normative Value of Six Minute Step Test in Indian population

Six minute Step Test (6MST) helps to assess aerobic capacity of an individual. The 6MST is a basic test in which the patient climbs and descends in free cadence for six minutes on a stepper while the number of steps taken is tallied. It does not necessitate complicated equipment or big areas. 110 individuals (54=Males, 56=Females) were participated in the study. Demographic details were obtained before the test. Participants was familiarized with the test before the trail. Physiological variables were measured before and after the test. Normative value of 6MST in Indian population was obtained. Normal distribution (p>0.05) was seen in weight, hip circumference, age, and heart rate pre and post.

Keywords : Functional Capacity, Step Test, Physical Fitness

六分钟台阶试验（Six minute Step Test，6MST）可用于评估个体的有氧能力。6MST是一项基础测试，受试者在台阶机上以自由节奏上下台阶，持续时长为6分钟，同时统计完成的总步数。该测试无需复杂设备或宽敞场地。本研究共纳入110名受试者（男性54名，女性56名），测试前收集了受试者的人口统计学信息，并让受试者在正式试验前熟悉测试流程。研究分别于测试前后采集了受试者的生理指标。本研究获取了印度人群6MST的参考正常值范围。结果显示，测试前后的体重、臀围、年龄及心率均符合正态分布（p>0.05）。

关键词：功能容量、台阶试验、身体素质