Testing Services

• Training Zone Testing - determines your Lactate Threshold, your VO2max, your Aerobic (fat burning) Threshold and your Predicted Max Heart Rate
• Blood Lactate Testing - extremely accurate determination of your Lactate Threshold and anaerobic capacity. Does not assess you overall aerobic strength and does not measure your VO2max
• Resting Metabolic Rate Testing - determines your resting metabolic level in terms of calories burned per day. This test is the foundation for any sensible weight loss program.
• Body Fat Measurement - we use a seven point caliper test for easy repeat measurements and consistent comparative results
• Bike Fit and Fit Analysis

Testing Rates

• Training Zone Testing with analysis - $125

• Blood Lactate Testing with analysis - $200

• Resting Metabolic Rate Testing - $50

• Call for info on body fat measurement and bike fit

Metabolic Testing Description and Preparation - Training Zone (gas) Testing

We are certified by Heart Zones Cycling, a company owned by renowned heart rate training specialists Sally Edwards and Sally Reed.  Using their proven protocols in a graded exercise test format, you will be tested on a stationary bicycle or treadmill in our studio. The actual testing only takes a short time, usually about 15 minutes, but plan to spend at least 1 hour at the training center in order to get setup, and then to discuss results.

To prepare for the test:

• Get plenty of rest the night before and NO workout the day of the test
• No high volume anaerobic work the day before the test (based on what you believe your LT to be)
• No caffeine within 4 hours of the test
• No OTC medications test day, specifically decongestants or anti-histamines
• Eat normally with your last meal no sooner than 3 hours prior and come well hydrated

What to bring:

• Cycling or running apparel (depending on your test platform)
• If you are cycling, bring shoes (Look, SPD or SpeedPlay pedals are available)
• Water bottle(s)
• Change of clothes if you wish to shower and dress afterward

What to expect:

• You will need to sign an “Informed Consent Form”
• You will need to complete a brief medical history form
• You should expect a good workout, even if it’s only 15 minutes
• Cost of the test is $125 – cash, check, VISA or MasterCard

You will be breathing through a respirator type device which consists of a mask that fits over the mouth and nose, and a hose connecting the mask to a gas analyzer. The mask will be strapped very tightly to the face. We supply a heart rate transmitter strap which you will wear on your chest. You will not be able to wear your personal heart rate monitor for this test.

You will work under progressively increasing loads while your oxygen consumption and heart rate are monitored. The test will produce values for your peak oxygen consumption (VO2max), your calorie expenditure at various levels during the test, your lactate threshold heart rate, your aerobic threshold heart rate and your predicted maximum heart rate.