The Dazbert Handheld Bleep Test v2.0
What is the Bleep Test? The bleep test, beep test, shuttle run or multi-stage fitness test, is a standard test to determine fitness by estimating maximum oxygen uptake (VO2 Max). You can read more about it via the links on the right. In short, it consists of running between two points 20m apart in a set time. Every 60 seconds the time gets shorter. There are 23 levels, and the last level you complete is your score (I think). From what I gather, it's pretty hard. What is the Dazbert Handheld Bleep Test? The Dazbert Handheld Bleep Test is a version of the test designed for handheld PC. It was developed for the Pocket PC operating system, but it should work on any PDA with a browser and Flash support. Indeed it should even run on certain mobile phones. And obviously it will work on a laptop too. You will probably need to download the appropriate Flash Player from the Macromedia website. You will also need a stereo or PA system to plug your device into and make the bleeps loud enough to be heard (computer speakers might do the trick too). Why is the Dazbert Handheld Bleep Test? I created this to help out a friend, and then thought that other people might also find it useful. The test usually comes in audio format, and is difficult to get hold of. When it is available, it is strangely expensive (£25 on cd?!?!). This version is better because it gives a visual display of the level, making it easier on the tester, and possible even to test yourself. Also, unlike audiotape, it won't stretch over time and give false results. And it's free. Well, technically it's 'email-ware', which means that if you use it, drop me an email to say hello. Just because it's nice to know how these things work out. What do I have to do? Click the link under 'Download' on the right. Unzip both files and copy them to your mobile device. Obviously both files have to be in the same folder. Just open the 'bleep.html' file to start the test. Technical Bit The test is accurate to one tenth of a second - anymore and I'd have had too many frames to deal with. Level changes take place at the point closest to the 60 second mark, either before or after. The whole thing weighs in at about 28kb, so it's not going to eat up your memory. The 'ding!' is the only bleep I could come up with, the 'gunshot' signifies the start of the next level. V2.0? I've changed the colour and added a subdivision count within each level. I've sagely included start and reset buttons, fixed a glitch in the timing and improved accuracy slightly. See how good I am to you? What's your score? I've no idea. But I'm pretty sure it's lower than yours. Now get running... |
Quick Links: Even more about the bleep test Flash Player for other devices Download: Other: |