Lactate threshold testing for runners and cyclists

The physiology of metabolism and lactate production is complex and so the purpose of this text is to take a practical approach to explaining the lactate threshold and its relevance to running and cycling performance. The examples presented below relate to runners but the same is also true for cyclists. Dr Diane Cooper has a PhD in Exercise Physiology and Metabolism and would be happy to discuss the physiology of metabolism and lactate production in greater detail with you on request.