In March of 2019, Epic Sports Performance gained access to a powerful new piece of technology called INSCYD. INSCYD is a software used by Team Bora, Lotto Jumbo, Peter Sagan, Tony Martin, Zednyk Stybar Cameron Wurf and Jan Frodeno, as well as numerous federations for performance testing and metabolic analysis.
Over the year, I have spent time training and testing the INSCYD software. Now that I am officially accredited to use INSCYD, I would like to provide you with the same service and test results.
What is INSCYD?
INSCYD is a metabolic analysis tool, which allows me to create a ‘virtual’ lab- and assess all of your physiological capacities. Much more in-depth and precise than a standard FTP or Ramp test. The data projections include VO2 max, VLamax (which happens to be the most important endurance metric), lactate production and recovery, carbohydrate and fat combustion (how you burn fat), as well as the ability to predict the outcome of training changes and adaptations. See more information below or check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu6M8TZ4JYw
What does INSCYD software provide?
VO2 Max- Your aerobic capacity.
VLamax- Your anaerobic capacity. This is also the most important metric to know as an endurance athlete. It dictates how well you will perform in short, hard efforts, as well as how efficient you are at longer, steadier efforts. It governs fat vs. carb combustion, as well as your ability to improve threshold power or improve short, high-intensity efforts.
Lactate accumulation and recovery- Lactate is the fuel we use to move and train. Muscle glycogen is converted to lactate. Now, we can see, very specifically, how much lactate you are producing and combusting at any intensity (wattage). This includes ‘interval’ efforts, as well as the specific wattage and time for recovery. Maximal recovery wattage varies with each rider – as an example, a rider will recover 200% faster at 200 watts vs. 100 watts. With this data, I can be more specific with workouts, leading to faster and more attainable adaptations and results.
Fat combustion- the amount of kcals being combusted at all intensities. We can look at ways to harness your fat burning (fat max) potential, yielding better results during longer rides and races. Think of it this way, riding 20 watts harder at the same perceived exertion, all while burning fat, not additional carbs.
Carbohydrate combustion- the amount of carbs you are burning at all intensities. This can also be used for fueling strategies and pacing strategies- great for longer events and triathletes where nutrition is typically the limiting factor (ability to properly replace carbohydrate demand).
Predict the outcome of training plans and adaptations. For example, predict how to get you 25 watts of power at threshold.
How much does the testing Cost?
Critical Power Testing is $200.00 – This includes the metabolic profile, zone assessment, and some general nutritional recommendations.
How do I book a test?
Email Coach Schiller to book a time or schedule an appointment to complete the testing protocols.
What are the benefits to me as an athlete?
