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Kosmin Test
Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information
upon which subsequent performance evaluations and
decisions are made but in the analysis we need to bear in mind the factors that may influence the results.
Objectives
The Kosmin Test was devised in the USSR to predict an athlete's
800 metre or 1500 metre time.
Required Resources
To undertake this test you will require:
- 400 metre track
- Stop watch
- An assistant
How to conduct the test
800 metres
- The athlete is required to run two controlled maximal efforts
of 60 seconds with a recovery of 3 minutes. The athlete commences their second
run from the point where the first run was completed. The total distance
covered by the two runs is recorded
1500 metres
- The athlete is required to run four controlled maximal efforts
of 60 seconds with a diminishing recovery of 3 minutes, 2 minutes and 1 minute.
The athlete commences their next run from the point where the previous run was
completed. The total distance covered by the four runs is recorded
Kosmin Tables
Due to their size, the Kosmin tables have not been included here.
However, the athlete's potential 800 metre or 1500 metre time can be predicted
by using the Total Distance covered in the following appropriate equation.
| Gender |
Distance |
Equation |
| Male |
800 metres |
Time=217.77778 - (Total Distance x 0.119556) |
| Female |
800 metres |
Time=1451.46 - (198.54 x Log (Total
Distance)) |
| Male |
1500 metres |
Time=500.52609 - (Total Distance x 0.162174) |
| Female |
1500 metres |
Time=(500.52609 - (Total Distance x 0.162174)) +
10 |
The Kosmin Tables could be created by using these equations in a
spreadsheet package e.g. Microsoft Excel.
Analysis
Analysis of the result is by comparing it with the results of
previous tests. It is expected that, with appropriate training between each
test, the analysis would indicate an improvement.
Target Group
This test is suitable for middle distance athletes but not for
individuals where the test would be contraindicated.
Reliability
Reliability would depend upon how strict the test is conducted and
the individual's level of motivation to perform the test.
Validity
There are published tables to relate results to potential
performance in competition and the correlation is high.
Limitations
The equations can be used for male and female athletes but they do
tend to over predict for female athletes. The on line calculators here have
taken adjustments for female athletes into consideration.
When to use
To predict performance and monitor progress the Kosmin tests can
be used at the:
- beginning of the winter training to establish a baseline
(September/October)
- just prior to indoor racing (December/January)
- just prior to the outdoor season (March/April)
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Associated Pages
The following Sports Coach pages should be read in conjunction with this page:
Associated Books
The following books provide more information related to this topic:
- Advanced Studies in Physical Education and Sport, P Beashel et al., ISBN 0 17 4482345
- Physical Education and the Study of Sport, B. Davis et al., ISBN 0 7234 31752
- Essentials of Exercise Physiology, W.D. McArdle et al., ISBN 0 683 30507 7
- Physical Education and Sport Studies, D. Roscoe et al., ISBN 1 901424 20 0
- The World of Sport Examined, P. Beashel et al., ISBN 0 17 438719 9
- Advanced PE for Edexcel, F. Galligan et al., ISBN 0 435 50643 9
- Examining Physical Education, K. Bizley, ISBN 0 435 50660 9
- Sport and PE, K Wesson et al., ISBN 0 340 683821
- PE for you, J. Honeybourne, ISBN 0 7487 3277 2
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