Effects of Circuit Training on the Modified Harvard Step Test

Abstract

Two groups of 17 subjects enrolled in required physical education were equated on the basis of the modified Harvard Step Test. The experimental group participated in circuit training twice a week for four weeks. The control group took part in the regular service program consisting of badminton and volleyball. At the conclusion of the experimented period, all subjects were retested on the modified Harvard Step Test. The experimental group showed a statistically significant improvement whereas the control group did not show a statistically significant improvement over the 4-week period. The final test between groups showed no significant differences.