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Full Aerobic Fitness Assessment (Maximal Oxygen Consumption (VO2max) and Lactate Threshold Test)

Full Aerobic Fitness Assessment (Maximal Oxygen Consumption (VO2max) and Lactate Threshold Test)

£265.00

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Description

In this test frequently undertaken by elite and aspiring athletes, you will be asked to perform a submaximal exercise test followed by an exercise test to volitional exhaustion to allow us to measure your VO2max and
lactate threshold – two key determinants of endurance performance.


The visit will last ~1h 45, of which you will be required to exercise for ~45 minutes. The test can be conducted on a treadmill or a bicycle.


Following this test, you will be provided with your oxygen uptake, heart rate, lactate, and efficiency data from the submaximal and maximal test stages.


Due to the maximal nature of this test, this test is only suitable for healthy, fit individuals. You will be asked to complete a health screening before your booking can be confirmed.

 

Detailed Description

The full aerobic fitness assessment involves two tests – a submaximal lactate threshold test and a maximal oxygen consumption (VȮ2max) test. The first test that you will complete is a submaximal Lactate Threshold Test. In this submaximal test, the exercise intensity starts very light (a very light jog) and increases every 3 minutes. You will be required to wear a face mask (for the analysis of your inspired and expired air) and heart rate monitor (provided) throughout this test. At the end of each 3 minute stage, a small blood sample will be taken from your fingertip and analysed*. Your lactate response dictates when the test ends, but it typically involves fewer than ten 3-minute stages. This stage will involve approximately 30 minutes of sub-maximal exercise. * if you do not wish to have the blood samples taken, the test can be run with the collection of expired air only. We will be unable to measure your lactate threshold but will be able to provide an estimation of it.

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