Is not part of the step test for assessing cardio-respiratory fitness?

The step test typically involves measuring heart rate response to a standardized stepping exercise, but it does not include activities such as measuring lung capacity or assessing muscle strength. Additionally, it does not involve continuous monitoring of oxygen consumption like a VO2 max test. Instead, the focus is on evaluating recovery heart rate after the exercise. Overall, the step test is primarily designed for assessing cardiovascular fitness rather than broader aspects of physical fitness.