Training & Nutrition - Vo2 max

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pedalhard
08-29-09, 04:52 PM
Was wondering has anyone had this test done and how did you find it helped you after? did you make improvements as a result of knowing this number? What point in the season would you do this? also was thinking about a Lactic acid test?

embe
08-29-09, 06:16 PM
I too am curious, and about what did it cost? Local college here can do it for around 200-300$ is that fair?
8Lives
08-29-09, 06:46 PM
That about the right price range. I did a threshold/max test last year - I wouldn't say it "helped" though I think it will be interesting to compare when I do it again. You get a lot of data to work with including power output per kilogram at different thresholds.

I am 49, and figure this is better than going to the doctor (I am well aware that makes no sense).