How to interpret lactate test results?

0 votes
by (120 points)
What is the appropriate methodology for lactate test results interpretation?

1 Answer

0 votes
by (660 points)
When it comes to understanding the results of a lactate test, you can need a graph which shows the relationship between the test data in watt (X-axis) and the amount of lactate (mmol of lactate on Y-axis) fabricating the max heart rate for every step. Observe any points in the graph whereby the amount of circulating lactate increases appreciably, as this suggests an upper limit over which the effort has increased into a different domain of exercise (moderate, heavy, severe). It can be useful to establish the endurance properties of the athlete and training zones. Further to this, it will be useful comparing several tests at intervals to understand how the athlete performed in relation to the training and growth over that period.
by (100 points)
That lactate dip corresponds to FatMax - quite common and at the same time useful finding !
by (100 points)
I have a few questions, what's the mmol of Lactate before entering anaerobic? and what's duration for each wattage(how long should I maintain 120w, 140w, 160w..etc. Great content btw!!
by (100 points)
Great info Gordon, thanks! I just tried to hone in on LT1 with The Edge, and I had two readings at 0,9 and 0,8 (150W and 160W). Are readings that low viable or likely bad data? Regards from Germany...
Welcome to Akaguide Q&A, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of the community.
...