Relationship Between Estimated VO2max and Handgrip Strength in Healthy Young Nigerian Adults

Purpose: This study investigated the relationship between estimated oxygen consumption (VO2max) and handgrip strength (HGS) among healthy young Nigerian adults. Methods: was a cross sectional study, which involved 400 volunteers (171 males; 229 females) aged 18–40years. Participants’ HGS assessed using CAMRY EH-101 hand dynamometer while VO2max standard formula that includes measurement of resting heart rate. Demographic data summarized percentages, mean deviation. Physical activity level participants long form International Activity Questionnaire. Independent t-test used to compare values variables male female participants. Pearson’s correlation determine HGS, multiple regression analysis conducted predictors as well body mass index (BMI), physical (PA) level, age sex co‐variates. Level significance set at p<0.05. Results: PA were significantly (p= 0.001) different There significant moderate (r= 0.40, p= 0.001). The results showed is not predictor VO2max; whereas, sex, BMI VO2max. Conclusion: Although moderately correlated with VO2max, may be relevant tool for predicting in