Real athlete testing: what the diagnostics showed and how it changed the plan. Names and details have been changed; results are based on test data.
The young distance runner trained “by feel.” EnergoCard showed low aerobic power with high efficiency. We rebuilt the base and added work in zones V4–V6 — after 2 months the threshold rose to 155 bpm, total capacity +41%, aerobic power +116%.
The athlete complained that there was “no explosiveness.” The test showed high efficiency and minimal alactic power — meaning the work needed is not on volume but on short maximal accelerations.
After overload at a training camp — a drop in performance and resting heart rate of 72. Based on the energy profile dynamics, the load was adjusted: after 10 days resting heart rate was 45.5, and results returned to best levels.
An adult amateur swimmer trained according to an “Olympic” plan. Diagnostics showed signs of under-recovery. Volume was reduced and work in V2–V3 was added — well-being and results improved without increasing the load.
Start with diagnostics: 15 minutes of ECG will show where the strong and limiting links of energy supply are.
