title: Regression analysis for prediction: understanding the process.
abstract: Research related to cardiorespiratory fitness often uses regression analysis in order to predict cardiorespiratory status or future outcomes. Reading these studies can be tedious and difficult unless the reader has a thorough understanding of the processes used in the analysis. This feature seeks to "simplify" the process of regression analysis for prediction in order to help readers understand this type of study more easily. Examples of the use of this statistical technique are provided in order to facilitate better understanding.
authors.affiliation: Hardin-Simmons University, Department of Physical Therapy, Abilene, TX.
authors.forename: Phillip B
authors.initials: PB
authors.lastname: Palmer
authors.forename: Dennis G
authors.initials: DG
authors.lastname: O'Connell
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