Coach's Corner
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Lactate as Post-Exercise Fuel. Rethinking the Cooldown
Recent research indicates that lactate is far from a waste product; it is a critical fuel source used both during and after exercise to replenish energy stores. Consequently, the traditional "active cool-down" is now viewed as less essential for many athletes, as the body efficiently processes lactate even without continued low-intensity movement.
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What's your "real" threshold? How to set your FTP
In-class Lactate Testing. We used the simplicity of a lactate test during the class to gauge if your FTP was set correctly. -
What kind of Burner are you?
Whether you generate lactate ease or have the ultra athlete fat burning profile, we recommend getting your individual lactate curve assessed. 2 mmol or not 2 mmol? Should you train at the this magical number or not? The test takes about 1 hour to complete including a 30 min warm-up. Take the guesswork out of determining your best aerobic training zone this off-season. -
