What the client should know before testing

Bod Pod

• Subject must wear snug fitting swim suit - Speedo, or compression shorts & jog bra.  No strings, bows, etc.
• CycleLife has men's suits from 32-40" waist
• No meals for 1 hour before test
• At least two hours after workout before testing

VO2 Max, Metabolic Efficiency and Race Day Nutrition Tests

• No food, alcohol or caffeine for three (3) hours before test
• May drink water as usual
• No hard workouts for at least 24 hours before test
• No workouts at all earlier in the day before test
• Equipment to bring:
  • Bike Test
    • Your Bike
    • Shorts, jersey, cycling shoes
    • Power meter, if applicable
    • NOTE: If you do not have a bike available, you we can use the Velotron bike at CycleLife.
  • Run Test
    • Running shoes
    • Running apparel
  • Rowing Ergometer Test
    • Workout apparel and shoes
• CycleLife will provide CompuTrainer or treadmill, and heart rate monitor

RMR

• No food, alcohol or caffeine for twelve (12) hours before test
• Drink water as normal
• Wear comfortable, relaxed clothing

Wingate Max Power Test

• Test performed on Velotron cycle
• Bring pedals and cycling shoes for your bike
• Be rested.  No hard workouts for 24 hours.
• This will be the hardest 30 seconds you spend on a bike.