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Using Ergometer LOAD vs. % SLOPE for DFAA-1 Base Training

"PerfPro Studio is such a fantastic product for training and analysis. It allows a cyclist to ride at a load based on an ergometer, or a load based on % slope. Yesterday, after assessing my DFAA-1 heart rate, SmO2 and wattage values, I decided to 'test' the values...."
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Physiological Baselines for “Base”.

On Christmas Day, I performed a 60-minute workout on PerfPro Studio. I also recorded the data on Vo2master software. The goal was two-fold. I wanted to perform a ramp test, to try and determine Physiological baselines, specifically Heart Rate at DFAA-1 0.75 and 0.500. I also wanted to see if I could determine Ventilatory Threshold 1 and Ventilatory Threshold 2. Finally, I wanted to determine whether I could 'See' deflection points via SmO2. With this information, I can work on adaptation to higher loads of power and traditional heart rate.
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Base Ride Analysis Using Published Science

"In the first part of the video, you can see FatMaxxer being screencast from an Android to the PC window. The second screen is the Vo2master software, which is being screencast to the PC using LonelyScreen app. The rest of the information is being presented through PerfPro Studio. Post-ride analysis was done using PerfPro Studio, PerfPro Analyzer Beta, and Runalyze."
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The Road to 300 Watts FTP

Right Now, It's NOT about 300 Watts; It's About Raising LOWER THRESHOLD

The goal of base is to train the body for Economy. Stamina is the fundamental Pillar for Polarized Training. When you train using DFAA-1, you can get a clearer picture of how your body is responding to the training. Wattage and traditional heart rate become
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Getting FatMaxxer On the Same Screen As PerfPro Studio

The FatMaxxer App for Android is one of my favorite instruments when used in conjunction with a Polar H10 Chest Strap.
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