Rikli And Jones Senior Citizens Fitness Test was

developed by Dr. Roberta and Dr. Jessie Jones of

Fullerton University. It includes: Chair Stand Test – to
measure leg strength and endurance Procedure – The
subject is advised to sit on the chair with arms crossed
around the wrists and hands are kept close to the
chest. After this the subject stands completely and then
reaches again the same sitting position. This activity is
repeated for 30 seconds. Arm Curl Test – to measure
upper body strength. Procedure – The subject sits on
the chair keeping the back straight and holds weight in
! strong hand. The subject performs arm curls in 30
seconds. Back Scratch Test – to measure range of
motion of shoulder. Procedure – The subject is advised
to stand initially. After this one hand is placed behind
the head and other arm is bent behind the back. Test
administrator helps in guiding the subject about the
alignment of the fingertips. If the tip of both index
finger touches, then the score is awarded zero. In case
it is not touching the gap is measured and this is
awarded as negative score. While overlapping distance
is given as positive score. Reading is taken twice and
the best score is awarded. Eight Foot Up and Go Test –
to measure speed, agility and balance while moving.
Procedure – A cone is placed 8 feet away from the chair
which is placed away from wall. On the command “go”
the subject starts before sitting on chair. The subject is
advised to walk briskly and turn around the cone and
again sits on the chair. The time is measured for this
whole activity. The two trials are conducted. The best
trial is counted for scoring, Six Minute Walk Test – to
measure aerobic fitness. Procedure- the walking
course is marked in a 50 yard (45.72 meters)
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