a. Reminder: Each time you take a measurement,
pull the tape as tight as possible so that you will be able
to take accurate comparison measurements at a later date.
b. To begin: Take your tape measure and
wrap it around your chest, just under your armpits, and above
your breasts.
c. Inhaling Lung Measurement: Now take
a huge, deep breath by inhaling through your nose until
your lungs are full and you feel like you could burst. Note
the placement of the measuring tape, that it is still under
your armpits and across the chest. When you are inhaling your
full breath, you are ready to take that measurement. This number
is your Inhaling Lung Measurement. Record it in the space below.
d. Exhaling Lung Measurement: After taking
your Inhaling Lung measurement, exhale fully out of your
mouth . When all the air is out, puff out the last breaths
with quick, sharp puffing sounds to be sure all of the air is
cleared from the lungs. When your lungs are clear of air, you
are ready to take that measurement. This number is your Exhaling
Lung Measurement. Record it in the space below.
Inhaling Lung Measurement:
Exhaling Lung Measurement:
Your Respiratory Lung Capacity (RLC):
Score for Respiratory Lung Capacity
15% or greater = Athlete
10.0% - 15% = Healthy
5.0 %- 10.0 % = Normal/Average
3.0 5% - 5.0 % = Unfit
2.5% = Possible heart and respiratory weakness