In a standard fitness assessment, which component typically follows the health screen?

• A. Submaximal cardio test
• B. Resting measurements
• C. Strength test
• D. Flexibility assessment

Answer: (B)

After the health screen, you want to establish baseline, resting data before any exertion. Resting measurements capture how the body sits at rest and help flag potential safety concerns while providing reference points for later tests. Typically this includes resting heart rate and resting blood pressure, along with basic anthropometrics like height and weight (and sometimes body composition). These values are non-fatiguing, so taking them first won’t tire the client, and they guide interpretation of subsequent tests. With these baselines in hand, you proceed to the submaximal cardio assessment to gauge cardiovascular response, followed by strength and flexibility evaluations as part of the full fitness profile.