Why the study?
Does an RPE-based exercise intensity prescription accurately elicit target physiological responses compared to a graded exercise test in physically active men?
Does an RPE-based exercise intensity prescription accurately elicit target physiological responses compared to a graded exercise test in physically active men?
A subject's perceptual response (RPE) to a graded exercise test can be used to accurately prescribe exercise intensity during level treadmill running without needing to stop and measure heart rate.
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RPE may align metabolic but not HR responses in active men; leaves open validation before replacing GXT in practice or trials.
Glass et al. (1992) studied this question.
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