Which of the following groups of assessments would be the most appropriate for a middle-aged, obese client?
a. medical clearance from a physician, resting heart rate, blood pressure, submaximal cardiorespiratory fitness test
b. postural assessment, maximal strength test, maximal cardiorespiratory fitness test, blood pressure
c. medical clearance from a physician, maximal cardiorespiratory fitness test, blood pressure, muscular endurance assessment
d. maximal heart rate, one repetition squat test, body fat composition, blood pressure
e. none of these
Answer: a. medical clearance from a physician, resting heart rate, blood pressure, submaximal cardiorespiratory fitness test