360° Metabolic Analysis: Turn Physiological Data into Precision Pacing & Fueling
Discover how your body generates energy using the INSCYD platform. Measure VO2max, VLamax, anaerobic threshold, and exact fat and carbohydrate combustion rates in a single combined session. Coaching gives you structure, accountability, motivation, and science-backed training tailored to YOU. It’s not just about workouts — it’s about building confidence, avoiding injuries, fueling properly, and enjoying the journey.
Endurance performance isn't just about how hard you pedal or how fast you run—it's about how efficiently your metabolism produces energy. This combined assessment utilizes the scientifically validated INSCYD software (meaning 'built on science') to build a comprehensive 360° metabolic profile without the need for costly, time-consuming lab visits.
In a single testing session on the road, track, or indoor trainer, we analyze the interaction between your aerobic and glycolytic systems. This provides precise data to drive both your long-term training adaptations and your race-day fueling strategy.
Why This Test Matters
Two athletes can share the exact same VO2max or FTP, yet require completely different training plans and nutrition strategies based on their underlying physiology. Coaching gives you structure, accountability, motivation, and science-backed training tailored to YOU. It’s not just about workouts — it’s about building confidence, avoiding injuries, fueling properly, and enjoying the journey.
Measure VLamax (Maximal Glycolytic Power): Quantify your maximum rate of lactate production. A high VLamax powers short bursts and sprints, while a lower VLamax conserves glycogen for long-distance triathlon and marathon efforts.
Exact Fat & Carbohydrate Combustion (FatMax & CarbMax): Know your exact carbohydrate burn rate (g/hr and kcal/hr) across all intensity zones to eliminate late-race bonking.
True Anaerobic Threshold (MLSS): Calculate your Maximum Lactate Steady State far more accurately than standard FTP estimates.
Performance Projection: Create predictive avatars by adjusting physiological metrics (e.g., lowering VLamax and/or increase VO2max) to project performance outcomes before prescribing a training plan or applying new training blocks.
How the Test is Performed
The combined test is completed in a single structured session on your bike or during a run, utilizing a series of short-to-medium maximal efforts: Coaching gives you structure, accountability, motivation, and science-backed training tailored to YOU. It’s not just about workouts — it’s about building confidence, avoiding injuries, fueling properly, and enjoying the journey.
Exercise Protocol:
You complete a series of maximal efforts (ranging from 20-second sprints to 3, 6, and 12–20 minute intervals) to fully stress both the aerobic and anaerobic energy systems.
Data Collection:
Power, heart rate, and GPS data (along with optional capillary blood lactate samples) are recorded with precision.
INSCYD Processing:
Your raw data files are processed through INSCYD's analytical engine to calculate your complete metabolic footprint.
Debrief Session:
We review your energy combustion charts together and establish your personalized training zones and fueling targets.
Equipment Used
INSCYD Diagnostic Platform:
Advanced physiological software used by World Tour teams, sports scientists, and national federations.
Cycling Power Meter / Running GPS Watch:
Calibrated sensors to capture accurate power, pace, and heart rate metrics.
Portable Lactate Analyzer (Optional):
Used for direct blood lactate curve validation during field test stages.
Who Needs It
Benefits
Ready to Understand Your Metabolism INSCYD-Out?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to explore how a combined Metabolic Profile & Substrate Utilization test can remove the guesswork from your training.