500m Row

Purpose: The 500m row ergo test is meant to measure total body anaerobic cardiovascular capacity.

Equipment: Rowing Ergometer and stopwatch.

Procedure: 

• Be sure to set an appropriate drag. 
• Both feet should be securely fastened.
• He or she will begin the movement using their legs and core while finishing with their upper body. 
• Instruct the client to cover 500 meters in the shortest time possible while keeping strict form. 
• The final time is recorded.