Medical disclaimer

Tortoise Time provides educational information and fitness assessment tools. It does not provide individual medical diagnosis or treatment and does not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional.

Consult an appropriate healthcare professional before beginning exercise or testing if you have symptoms, significant medical conditions, exercise restrictions, or concerns about your ability to safely perform an assessment.

Results from the assessments on this site are estimates based on published methods. They are not equivalent to clinical or laboratory testing and cannot diagnose, prevent or cure any disease. Using this site does not create a doctor–patient relationship.

If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.

Last updated September 2026.