Скачать или смотреть Testing 101: A Guide to Optimizing Endurance Performance | Athlete's Compass #16

In this episode of the Athletes Compass, hosts Paul Warloski and Dr. Paul Laursen, along with guest Marjaana Rakai, discuss the significance of testing for endurance athletes. They cover various tests for cycling, running, and swimming, such as the Functional Threshold Power (FTP) test, critical power test, and MAF (Maximal Aerobic Function) test. The discussion highlights the importance of testing in understanding an athlete's fitness level, setting training benchmarks, and tracking progress.

Key Takeaways:
Testing is essential for calibrating fitness levels and tailoring training programs.
It provides a benchmark for performance and helps athletes understand their capabilities.
Tests like FTP, critical power, and MAF are valuable tools for cyclists, runners, and triathletes.
Proper preparation and mindset are crucial for effective testing.
The future of performance testing may include technologies like continuous lactate monitoring.

00:00 - Introduction to Testing for Endurance Athletes
00:36 - Overview of Test Week on the Athletica Platform
01:05 - The Importance of Testing in Endurance Sports
07:24 - Common Tests for Cycling and Running
21:02 - The Relationship Between Testing and Performance Improvement
32:44 - The Future of Performance Testing in Endurance Sports
38:51 - Key Takeaways and Podcast Outro

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