Why the study?
The study was conducted to provide maximal and submaximal CPET reference values across the adult age spectrum in a healthy European cohort, compare VO2peak with other datasets, and analyze associations with physical activity.
Population
502 participants aged 20 to 90 yr from a healthy European cohort
Comparison
Associations between objectively measured physical activity levels and CPET parameters
Design
Prospective cross-sectional study
Authors
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These European CPET references may refine fitness assessment in similar adults; extends prior datasets with PA links but leaves practice change open pending validation.
This study provides updated, higher CPET reference values for healthy European adults and demonstrates a strong positive association between vigorous physical activity and V˙O2peak.
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