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DIY lactate testing. How do I use that information to train effectively (in simple terms)
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This is a theoretical question. There are a number of threads ongoing at the moment that are discussing the merits of lactate testing, hopefully I can be forgiven when I say that a lot of what is being said is well over my head.

So, given a suitable lactate testing protocol, what would be the key variables that I would measure and what would I then do with them to me be a better triathlete.

I am considering getting one done professionally and getting the associated information given to me. However, things change and if I can do this myself, or with a little help, then I would prefer to do it that way. There are also new devices that may be able to help, such as bsxinsight.

Any information that it suitably dumbed down would be appreciated. I have had a good season, but want to have a great season next year and have 8 months of training that I can really make things happen.

Thanks

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Re: DIY lactate testing. How do I use that information to train effectively (in simple terms) [chrisbint] [ In reply to ]
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hopefully I can be forgiven when I say that a lot of what is being said is well over my head.

We sell the lactate analyzers and it sounds like you are not yet ready for one. Don't purchase one unless you know what you will get out of it. There is nothing magic about lactate testing but it can be very useful once you know how best to use it.

I suggest your read our triathlon site about this and if you have any questions, I will be willing to answer them. It might help us make the site easier to understand if you have places that seem too difficult. It was hopefully written with the coach or serious athlete in mind.

http://www.lactate.com/triathlon/index.html

I would recommend you pick a training philosophy first and keep with that. Be consistent with what you are doing and see how well it works.

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Jerry Cosgrove

Sports Resource Group
http://www.lactate.com
https://twitter.com/@LactatedotCom
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Re: DIY lactate testing. How do I use that information to train effectively (in simple terms) [chrisbint] [ In reply to ]
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Research and hire a coach who uses LT testing as part of their tool kit. They will give you test methodology, interpret the results and devise the training plan around the data.
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