Return to Activity Testing

Safe return to activity requires multiple criteria:

• Medical clearance from healthcare provider
• Pain-free range of motion
• Adequate strength (PT assessment)
• Cardiovascular fitness (VO₂ max testing)
• Functional movement patterns
• Psychological readiness

VO₂ max testing provides objective fitness assessment:

• Current cardiovascular capacity
• Comparison to pre-injury baseline (if available)
• Readiness for sport/activity demands
• Training zones for safe progression

For athletes returning to competition:

• Sport-specific equipment selection
• Performance relative to sport demands
• Conditioning phase guidance
• Confidence building through data

After testing, create systematic return plan:

• Phase 1: Low-intensity training in Zone 1-2
• Phase 2: Add moderate intensity (Zone 3)
• Phase 3: Sport-specific training (Zone 4-5)
• Phase 4: Full return to competition

Proper return-to-activity pacing reduces re-injury risk:

• Avoid "too much, too soon"
• Follow prescribed training zones
• Progress systematically
• Listen to body while trusting data

We provide results to your care team:

• Detailed test report
• Training zone recommendations
• Return-to-activity guidance
• Progression timeline suggestions

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete return-to-activity cardiovascular assessment with safe exercise guidance.

Medical/PT clearance required.

Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)

Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com

Professional fitness testing for general return-to-activity clearance after injury or surgery.