In-Person Physiology Testing for Cyclists, Triathletes, & Runners

Fast Talk Laboratories offers lab-grade metabolic testing for cyclists, triathletes, runners, and uphill athletes (skimo and mountaineering) using our in-office Parvo Medics TrueOne® 2400 metabolic cart and Wahoo KICKR Core smart trainer and off-site treadmill testing equipment.  

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METABOLIC TESTING

After scheduling your Metabolic Test, you will come to our Boulder, Colorado office for your test administered by exercise physiologist Jared Berg. Depending on the goals of your test, your test may include a step/ramp or VO2max protocol as well as lactate analysis. Expect your test to last 30-45 minutes. Then Jared will analyze and interpret your test results.

Cycling, Running, or Uphill Metabolic Test and Consult

Your Metabolic Test will reveal:

• Ventilatory thresholds that identify key metabolic changes
• Accurate training zones based on heart rate, power, and pace
• Your metabolic demands of training in Zone 2 and just under or just at threshold
• Your energy demands at race pace

After your test, Berg will present your results and a suggested race-pacing strategy based on your unique metabolic profile. He will identify opportunities for improvement like balancing Type 1 and Type 2 muscle fiber involvement in training, adjusting time spent in specific training zones, recommendations for adding VO2max intensity workouts, and guidelines on fueling.

SCHEDULE NOW $300

Triathlon Bike & Run Same-Day Metabolic Test Package

The Triathlon Bike & Run Same-Day Metabolic Test Package expands on the Cycling, Running, or Uphill Metabolic Test and Consult by including triathlon cycling and running testing and profiling.

Athletes will perform both the bike and run tests on the same day with a break between tests. The cycling test intensity is capped near the threshold to ensure applicable results for both tests.

Your Metabolic Test will reveal:

• Ventilatory thresholds that identify key metabolic changes
• Accurate training zones based on heart rate, power, and pace
• Your metabolic demands of training in Zone 2 and just under or just at threshold
• Your energy demands at race pace

After your test, Berg will present your results and a suggested race-pacing strategy based on your unique metabolic profile. He will identify opportunities for improvement like balancing Type 1 and Type 2 muscle fiber involvement in training, adjusting time spent in specific training zones, recommendations for adding VO2max intensity workouts, and guidelines on fueling.

SCHEDULE NOW $450

LACTATE TESTING

Fast Talk Laboratories offers lab-grade lactate analysis testing for cyclists using our lactate meters and our in-office Wahoo KICKR Core smart trainer.

How Lactate Testing Works

After scheduling your Lactate Test, you will come to our Boulder, Colorado office for your test administered by exercise physiologist, Jared Berg. The testing protocol is similar to Metabolic Testing but measures lactate parameters and does not include ventilatory parameters.

Your Lactate Test will reveal:

• Lactate thresholds (LT1 and LT2) indicating key metabolic changes throughout the test
• Accurate training zones based on heart rate, power, and pace
• Peak lactate and lactate recovery (depending on the testing protocol)

After your test, Jared will analyze and interpret your test results. He will suggest a recommended race pacing strategy, adjustments for time spent in specific training zones, and recommendations for adding VO2max intensity workouts.

SCHEDULE NOW $230

SWEAT ANALYSIS & HYDRATION STRATEGY

Fueling is just half the equation. By measuring how your body loses liquids and salt, we will craft a hydration and electrolyte replacement strategy that can help you ensure you don’t sweat out your race performance.

Sweat Analysis includes:

VO2MAX TESTING

A VO2max test can reveal your ability to burn energy and produce power. With those results, Berg can: