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Exercise physiologists have long used thresholds as a way to measure transitions through exercise intensities, to quantify changes in fitness over time, and to evaluate metabolism in humans.
Often people refer to their “threshold” in the running world. But, as exercise physiologists, we know that there are actually at least two thresholds, the aerobic threshold and the anaerobic threshold, both with different purposes, physiologies, and work loads.
It’s that feeling that most of us have after we’ve put in a few solid training blocks in a row. The feeling of accomplishment, of fitness, of VICTORY. We just want to tell someone about our accomplishment! Do they KNOW how low this resting heart rate is?? Do they KNOW...
Outline What is the Shuttle Run Test?What equipment do I need for the Shuttle Run Test?Instructions for the Shuttle Run TestHow did I do on the test?Why should I care about my score?ConclusionAbout the author How to test your fitness with the 20m shuttle...
What is work capacity? Ever been confused by the term "work capacity"? Some say work capacity.... others say "VO2max", "muscular endurance", "cardiovascular exercise endurance"..... TOMATO-TOMA'TOE'! In the world of strength and conditioning, the various...
Most runners talk about their “threshold,” but did you know there are actually two—the aerobic threshold and the anaerobic threshold—each with distinct roles in performance? While the anaerobic threshold gets most of the attention, the aerobic threshold is just as critical for endurance, dictating how efficiently your body burns fuel and sustains effort over long distances.
Introduction “Stretching” has become somewhat of a dirty word in athletics. These days, the general opinion seems to be that stretching is useless and can even be harmful. On the other hand - stretching amongst the general population has become trendy, popular, and...
