Endurance The conditions for exercise safety given in Chapter 2 apply to all fitness assessment tests. Talk to a physician if needed, and if you experience any unusual symptoms while taking a test, stop exercising and discuss your condition with your instructor. Additional cautions and prerequisites for the five test options presented in this lab are described below. 1-Mile Walk Test Recommended for anyone who meets the criteria for safe exercise. This test can be used by people who cannot perform other tests because of low fitness level or injury.