The Beep Test Tape Version
The beep test was once available on an audio tape as well as cd format (see purchasing). One problem with the tape is that it can stretch over time, or the tape player may not play at the correct speed, therefore making the timing between beeps inaccurate. If you are still using a audio tape version of this test, you should think about Purchasing the cd. If you have the tape you need to regularly check the calibration.
On most versions of the tape there is a 60 second recorded interval for calibrating the cassette tape and player speed. Use a stopwatch accurate to 1/10 second to check the duration of the recorded time period. Ideally it should be 60 seconds. If it is higher or lower, use the table below to modify the running distance. If there is greater than 5 seconds error on the measurement, you should discard your copy of the test.
| Time (seconds) | Distance to Run (meters) |
|---|---|
| 55.0 | 18.33 |
| 55.5 | 18.50 |
| 56.0 | 18.67 |
| 56.5 | 18.83 |
| 57.0 | 19.00 |
| 57.5 | 19.17 |
| 58.0 | 19.33 |
| 58.5 | 19.50 |
| 59.0 | 19.67 |
| 59.5 | 19.83 |
| 60.0 | 20.00 |
| 60.5 | 20.17 |
| 61.0 | 20.33 |
| 61.5 | 20.50 |
| 62.0 | 20.69 |
| 62.5 | 20.83 |
| 63.0 | 21.0 |
| 63.5 | 21.17 |
| 64.0 | 21.33 |
| 64.5 | 21.50 |
| 65.0 | 21.67 |
References
- Léger, L., Rouillard, M. Speed reliability of cassette and tape players. Can. J. Appl. Spt. Sci . 8: 1: 47-48, 1983.
Related Pages
- Free download of the beep test mp3
- Still using a audio tape version of this test? you should think about Purchasing the cd
- Maximizing Your Score — to get the most out of the beep test.
- Guide to variations of the beep / bleep test
- Fitness tests which are modified beep tests
- Test Procedure — Detailed instructions for conducting the beep test. Also video examples.
- Calculating Your Score — calculator to determine your VO2max equivalent score.
- What's your best score? some results of athletes
- Beep Shuttle Listing — a listing of the number of runs for each level.
- Beep Test Software — provides the standard Multistage Fitness Test or Bleep Test right on your PC or Laptop, with many additional features.
- Calibrating fitness testing equipment
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