lactate step test

Measuring the lactic acid concentration allows conclusions to be drawn about the level of training or the current performance capacity.

At a Stress ECG On the bicycle ergometer, the intensity of the load is increased every 2 minutes.

At the end of each exercise stage, the lactate level is determined by taking a blood sample from the earlobe. The blood sample from the earlobe is largely painless.

At the same time, heart rate and blood pressure are continuously measured.

From this, a heart rate-lactate curve is created, from which it is possible to determine at what level of exertion the muscles begin to become over-acidified and should therefore be avoided during training. In addition, the optimal heart rate for burning fat can also be determined (fat burning for weight loss).

Depending on the level of training, the measurements can be repeated at certain intervals and reflect the training success or provide indications for further training planning.