6-Minute Walk Test: Males, Age 75-79
What these numbers mean
A value around 555 yards is typical (50th percentile) for males in this age group. Scores above about 639 yards fall near the 75th percentile or higher, indicating above-average performance. Scores below about 471 yards fall near the 25th percentile; about 75% of the reference population scored higher.
Also see: 70-74 · 80-84 · All ages
Data source: Rikli & Jones (SFT) About this study
6-Minute Walk Test Functional Fitness Males 75-79
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 348 yards
Below average 471 yards
Average 555 yards
Above average 639 yards
Excellent 762 yards
This percentile chart shows how common a value is, not whether it is healthy.
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