The Cooper Test is a test of physical fitness. It was designed by Kenneth H. Cooper in 1968 for US military use. The test is still used today with minor modifications. The test is a simple test of aerobic fitness and a maximal test, which means the participant must continue to the point of exhaustion. The test is beneficial for individuals who are looking to improve their aerobic fitness.
Run for 12 minutes
VO2 max (ml/kg/min) = (Distance covered in meters - 504.9) / 44.73
< 1600 Very poor
< 2200 Poor
< 2400 Fair
< 2800 Good
< 3000 Excellent
> 3000 Superior