The senior fitness test was developed as part of the lifespan, wellness programe at fullerton university. By Dr. Roberta Rikli and Dr. Jessie Jones. As such, the test is sometimes known as the fulleton functional test. It is a simple easy to use battery.
Key Points :
* Assesses physical performance in older adults across a wide range of age groups and ability levels.
* User Friendly
* Minimal equipment and space required.
* Non lab setting
* Assesses a cross- section of major fitness components associate with independence functioning in later years.
-- Upper and lower body strength.
-- Aerobic endurance
-- Agility / dynamic balance
