1. Energy Expenditure. This is a measure of how many calories you utilize per minute and at each heart rate.
The information will let you know which source of energy is utilized (fat or carbohydrates or both). You
can accurately calculate your needs during training and racing using this number.
2. Aerobic Threshold. When
your body reaches a point of maximum fat burning it is the aerobic threshold. Since there is a limited
amount of carbohydrates this is a very important threshold to know. Above this you will begin to see a
decline in performance during training and racing.
3. Anaerobic Threshold
(AT). This is the same as lactate
threshold. It is the point when your body begins to build up lactate in the muscles faster than it can
be removed. Above this point the body begins to consume large amounts of oxygen which results in rapid
fatigue and drainage of available carbohydrate stores.
The information from this test can help maximize
your performance during running, cycling or triathlon events. To get the most information possible you
should consider both a treadmill and a cycling test since the results are different in each sport. Retesting
is suggested after 4-6 months of training and especially before an A race since proper training will improve your aerobic
and anaerobic thresholds. That means come race time you will have more in the tank and can perform at a higher level.
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