The Lactate Series Part 2: Understanding and Utilising Lactate Thresholds in Endurance Training
TLDR: Lactate threshold and maximal lactate steady state are important markers in endurance training, indicating the exercise intensity where lactate begins to accumulate faster than it’s cleared. Performing lactate threshold testing, either in a lab or through field methods helps define personalised training zones, optimise pacing strategies, and monitor progress. While elite athletes might benefit […]