Lactate Threshold Testing
If you are training for an event, or want to perform at a higher standard; this assessment will highlight what you need to reach your goals.
We provide full Lactate Threshold testing for people competing in all sports and activities, at all levels, from keen amateurs to potential Olympic medallists.
By assessing blood lactate thresholds we can establish training zones, for metrics such as power and speed, then as your numbers improve, we will update your training program.
This allows us to develop a tailored training plan for your specific needs in order to reach your desired goal.
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Pricing
- Lactate Threshold Test (90 mins) – £210
What are the benefits?
Our experienced London-based Physiotherapists use a variety of targeted treatments to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and speed up the healing process from sports-related injuries .
Our experienced London-based Physiotherapists use a variety of targeted treatments to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and speed up the healing process from sports-related injuries .
Our experienced London-based Physiotherapists use a variety of targeted treatments to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and speed up the healing process from sports-related injuries .
Our experienced London-based Physiotherapists use a variety of targeted treatments to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and speed up the healing process from sports-related injuries .
Lactate Theshold Test
Frequently asked questions
Lactate Threshold Testing measures the point during exercise where blood lactate accumulation outpaces its removal, indicating the intensity at which fatigue sets in more rapidly. The test measures blood lactate levels during exercise, specifically the point where lactate starts accumulating rapidly.
The lactate threshold is important because it can indicate the transition from predominantly aerobic energy production to anaerobic energy production. Athletes with a higher lactate threshold can sustain higher intensities for longer periods before fatigue sets in. By determining an athlete’s lactate threshold, coaches can design more effective training programs, optimise pacing strategies, and improve endurance performance.
During a Lactate Threshold Test, you will exercise at progressively higher work rates until they are at or near exhaustion. Blood samples are taken at regular time intervals throughout the test and analysed for lactate concentration.
A Lactate Threshold Test is beneficial for athletes of all levels and those looking to improve their endurance and performance. It is particularly useful for:
Endurance Athletes: Cyclists, runners, swimmers, and triathletes can benefit from this test to understand their endurance capacity and optimize training. By knowing their lactate threshold, athletes can train to increase the intensity at which they can maintain endurance without accumulating fatigue-causing lactate.
Competitive Athletes: If you’re preparing for a specific race or competition, the lactate threshold test can help determine the optimal pacing strategy, allowing you to perform at your best while avoiding premature fatigue.
Athletes Recovering from Injury: If you’re recovering from an injury and gradually returning to exercise, the lactate threshold test helps assess your current fitness level and ensures you’re progressing safely.
Coaches and Trainers: Coaches can use lactate threshold data to fine-tune training programs for their athletes, adjusting intensity and volume to improve performance.
Recreational Athletes: Even for those who exercise casually, knowing their lactate threshold can help optimise their workouts, improve stamina, and prevent overtraining.
In essence, anyone looking to improve their physical fitness, endurance performance, and training efficiency, especially in endurance sports, can benefit from a lactate threshold test.
If you have a specific race to work towards or want to be more specific in your training plan.
The test will result in specific heart rate training zones, which you can apply to your training.
A lactate threshold test takes 90 minutes to complete.
If you are injured, it’s important to approach a lactate threshold test with caution. While the test provides valuable information about your endurance and performance, it involves progressively increasing exercise intensity, which may not be appropriate if you are recovering from an injury.
It is recommend that you consult with a specialists if you are injured or returning from injury so that we can establish when the test will be appropriate for you.
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