Journal of strength and conditioning research
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The purpose was to test the validity of a nomogram to predict performance at distances ranging from the 10 km to the marathon. Official running rankings of the French Athletics Federation for the men's 10 km, 20 km, and marathon were scrutinized from 2002 to 2006. Performances of runners who competed in the 3 distances during the same year were noted (n = 330). ⋯ These results support the validity of the nomogram to predict performance on 10 km, 20 km, and marathon from the performance at 2 other distances. The accuracy of predictions is better when performance is interpolated. Given their validity and accuracy, interpolated predictions of the nomogram may be used to prescribe realistic training intensities during tempo runs, but also to determine the optimal strategy during the race.
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J Strength Cond Res · Oct 2009
Quantifying differences in the "fat burning" zone and the aerobic zone: implications for training.
The primary objective of this study was to examine the relationship of the "fat burning" and aerobic zones. Subjects consisted of 36 relatively fit runners (20 male, 16 female) who completed a maximal exercise test to exhaustion on a motor-driven treadmill. The lower and upper limit of the "fat burning" zone was visually assessed by examining each individual graph. ⋯ Maximal fat oxidation occurred at 54.2% maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max). However, the great variability in response between individuals would preclude the prediction of both the "fat burning" zone and MFO, indicating a need for measurement in the laboratory. If laboratory testing is not possible, the practitioner or subject can be reasonably confident MFO lies between 60.2% and 80.0% of the maximal heart rate.