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Outdoor Training VO₂ Max Testing

Professional VO₂ max testing for outdoor training. Apply lab-tested zones to trail running, road cycling, and outdoor workouts.

Laboratory zones apply outdoors:

  • Heart rate zones work on any terrain
  • Pace zones for flat roads/tracks
  • Power zones for outdoor cycling
  • Adjust for hills, wind, heat

Use HR zones on variable terrain:

  • Pace varies with elevation-HR stays consistent
  • Zone 2 for long trail runs
  • Hill repeats in Zone 4-5
  • Santa Cruz Mountain trails

FTP applies to outdoor riding:

  • Power meter on outdoor bike
  • Climb repeats at threshold
  • Group ride intensity management
  • Highway 1, Bonny Doon climbs

Santa Cruz coastal training:

  • West Cliff runs with HR zones
  • Beach running at appropriate intensity
  • Coastal bike rides

Outdoor conditions affect performance:

  • Heat: HR higher for same pace
  • Altitude: Reduced performance at elevation
  • Wind: Power/effort varies
  • Use HR as guide, accept pace variation

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete testing for trail running, road cycling, and outdoor training optimization.

Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)

Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com

Professional VO₂ max testing for outdoor training in Santa Cruz.

Outdoor Training Testing

Book your test and take data to the trails and roads.

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