Re: Unusual test result

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: Here are some more thoughts about your test results : : For all other readers , not as familiar yet with the FACT. : First part of the test is a classical step test with 3 /4 /5 min steps , depending on the individual HR respond. ( Very strong and older endurance athletes need more time to react with HR increase ,especially in the start phase. Remember Performance is set together as HR x SV X a-v O2 difference. : So at the beginning they still have the choice between HR increase or SV ( stroke volume ) increase. : Some coaches will use in this first part also the possibility to to a classical lactate test. : ( If you choose this you have to be aware of the lactate dynamik and the timing. ) There is a clear difference in lactate value whether you choose 3 / 4 / 5 min steps or even harder if you use a classical conconi protocol. : So be aware and critical enough , why you do this in the first part. : At the end of the first part of the test. ( for high performance athletes all out , for beginner or people with certain risk factores you never go all out. ) you take in the classical FACT the first time the top lactate. : Again you have to understand , what this max. number in this test means. : The last part of the test with HR now as your guide you asses a) the lactate recovery : b) the performance recovery in watt or speed or other way of physical measures. : c) and you find your individual intensity ( we name it LBP for lactate balance point ) which is the individual intensity to be used , depending on your training philosophy to controle certain stimulus in your training plan. : There is much more you can do with LBP . : Now in the test from Kevins athlete. : Short summary : : First part of the test at the end. : HR 174 Watt 230 Lac 10.0 : with the problem of pain on the one leg side. : The recovery line is identical with the first step test. : Ex. first part HR 133/ watt 130// HR 155 W 170 : second part HR 135/ watt 135// HR 155 W 175 : So same HR and physical performance even after 45 min . LBP by 150. : Explanation will follow later : I have to go because some people are waiting. : But why not start thinking , because this is a very interesting case and opens a lot of questions about subjects like : : HR drift ? classical lactate test, ? : 1 leg biking ? more than just a coordination adventure. : How good is 1 leg pedaling anyway , hoe to improve this task. : Limiting factores for performance. : Fatigue ? metabolic ? coordinatiuon ? % of muscle involved / ? : See you later Juerg

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