6-Minute Walk Test: Females, Age 70-74
What these numbers mean
A value around 548 yards is typical (50th percentile) for females in this age group. Scores above about 614 yards fall near the 75th percentile or higher, indicating above-average performance. Scores below about 482 yards fall near the 25th percentile; about 75% of the reference population scored higher.
Also see: 65-69 · 75-79 · All ages
Data source: Rikli & Jones (SFT) About this study
6-Minute Walk Test Functional Fitness Females 70-74
6 minute walk test 6MWT six minute walk aerobic endurance walking distance senior fitness test norms normative data normative values reference values percentiles benchmarks reference ranges standards 6-Minute Walk Test Percentile Chart (yards)
Poor 387 yards
Below average 482 yards
Average 548 yards
Above average 614 yards
Excellent 709 yards
This percentile chart shows how common a value is, not whether it is healthy.
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