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Mark Burnley, PhD, is an exercise physiologist at the University of Wolverhampton. In this episode, we discuss the lactate threshold (specifically, the first lactate threshold), how to measure it, what it means, and more. This is part one of a two-part interview with Mark.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Terminology and definitions of exercise intensity domains and thresholds
-Methods for assessing the threshold separating the moderate and heavy intensity domains, including lactate testing and gas exchange tests
-Pros and cons of different testing methods
-How-to guide to lactate testing, including protocols, sampling tips, and how to interpret the data
-How does knowing your (first lactate) threshold help inform your training?
-What is the value in doing lactate spot checks in training?
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- Lactate Threshold Concepts How Valid are They? - Faude et al. 2009
- Lactate in contemporary biology: a phoenix risen - Brooks et. al. 2021
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