Measurement of the dependent variable
nThe total distance of each jogger is measured by the treadmill’s counter to the nearest 1/10 mile. There is a 1 hr. time limit.
Two observers watch to
ensure the joggers are jogging
(8-12 minute pace), not walking,
until they stop.
nThe average distance of the joggers in the treatment group is compared with the average distance of joggers in the control group.
