Note that the second level is always run at 9.0 km/h. Some organizations require it to be run at 8.0 km/h. The Léger test requires the first level to be run at 8.5 km/h. Consequently, organizations around the world have been able to incorporate subtle variations into the test. Luc Léger, the originator of the multi-stage fitness test, never did patent it. V O 2 max = ( maximal attained speed in km/h × 6.55 − 35.8 ) Variations and their impact Do note that such estimations are fraught with difficulty as test scores, while substantially dependent on VO 2 max, also depend on running efficiency, test familiarity, anaerobic capacity, personal drive, ambient temperature, running equipment (floor, shoes) and other factors.Ī paper by Flouris, et al (2005) determined the following: Attempts have been made to correlate MSFT scores with VO 2 max.
min)), is considered an excellent proxy for aerobic fitness.VO 2 max, or milliliters of oxygen per kilogram of body mass per minute (e.g., mL/(kg The tables below describe the specifics of each of the 20-meter and 15-meter test. ( December 2021) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message) Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Scoring is usually done using "Level.Shuttle" terminology for example, 10.2, which means "completed 2 shuttles at level 10". Their most recent successfully completed shuttle is marked as their score. Two consecutive failures terminates their attempt. Scoring Ī runner who fails to reach the relevant marker in time is cautioned if they want to continue, they must touch the marker before turning back. However, because speed changes mid-shuttle confuse matters, the algorithm for a change in level is as follows: "the next level commences on completion of the current shuttle when the absolute difference between the time spent at the level and 60 seconds is the least".
Leger specified a 1-minute protocol: that is, each level was meant to last approximately 1 minute. Shuttle completion times are modified in proportion. Notes: The distance between the "start" and "turn around" markers is usually 20m however, the test can also be carried out using a 15m track. The required speed at the new speed level will be 0.5 km/h faster. This is signaled, usually, by a double beep or, possibly, a voice cue. back to Step 1)Įvery minute or so, the level changes.