CYCLIST V02 MAX TEST - SHOCKED BY THE RESULTS!

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[@tarajones-legros3661]

Yay!! Great result! And I now know it is unfair to compare myself to you guys and wonder if I could keep up. No way! You guys are “elite” level!! Maybe I’ll level-up this year with proper training. Carry on Amy and Kyle!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@uhohDavinci]

Not the least bit surprised by Amy's Vo2Max.. She just hopped on a bike a couple years ago and is effortlessly putting in absurd miles regularly. You just knew she had some crazy efficient engine in there. Some people just have that genetics (Evelyn Stevens, Emma Pooley). Wish I was that lucky.

[@S9999Frank]

Putting in a lot of miles is not about luck :-) Try doing it and magic might happen :-)

[@bobbrian6526]

the number doesnt seem right, a value of70 puts her at the level of the greatest feamle cyclists of all time

[@ScotchNWry]

@@bobbrian6526 Highest seems to be 76 but I think small differences are significant and when you get to the point Amy is at improving from 70.3 to 73 is extraordinarily difficult. It’s down played a bit here but a lot of it is genetic, Amy was born with a gift. You can train to improve but you can’t train to go from 60 to 70 if genetics limits you. Marginal gains can be made but a Great Leap Forward can’t. Not that either of these super humans needs a great leap, they are fine where they are.

[@bobbrian6526]

@@ScotchNWry the more talented among us can improve VO2 max by about 10-20%, but obviously she is quite fit already, although seemingly not doing any structured interval training. Her lactate threshold is too low to compete at elite level, but that is much more trainable than VO2 max. and is also a better predictor of performance. If she trained properly and if her VO2 is 70 then she could compete with the best of the best. However, looking at Kyle and his numbers, it jus doesnt add up - you cant have a VO2 max of 70 but max out at 350 watts in a ramp test, that is more like 50 or 60 depending on his bodyweight. So it looks like the numbers are just a bit wrong

[@rob4146]

⁠@@bobbrian6526yeah, Kyle’s test result is way too high, so puts Amy’s in doubt. FWIW I tested 350 watts at 64kg, and my V02 max was 62. Kyle looks heavier than me.

[@theperformancestrategist]

Unfortunately that piece of kit, calibrated or not, has a large degree of measurement error from the literature I have found on it. I am familiar with most portable devices and use them in my on the road testing, the caution I always use with clients is that these things can and do have an amount of error factored in, and without trying to sound harsh, I have tested many well trained and genetically gifted elite athletes across a range of sports. Those with a VO2 over 70 are incredibly rare, and I have never personally tested above 65 with a woman. So if you are interested in the exact number I would book a test at a university sports science lab using much, much more accurate kt.

[@AnzeV93]

I dont think even 50% of pro women peloton has vo2max of 70 :D but here we have 2 testing like its nothing :D

[@andraslukoviczki519]

The guy had apprx 300w avg 5min, if he is 50kg, then he has 70 VO2Max :D i hardly doubt that he is 50kg :D. i could reach the 475w step on Tacx Neo with such a ramp test with 90-100rpm (not with 70-75rpm :D who allowed it , what kind of scientic labor is it??? ) and with 68kg and i dont think i have 70 VO2Max (perhaps 68) ... this whole video is a joke :D

[@dustind9242]

@@andraslukoviczki519 Those last couple of ramps for him should have been well into the 500W range

[@dkelly7159]

Kyle definitely has elite level tolerance. 🤣

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

😂😂 true!!

[@malcontent_1]

*ouch* (the truth hurts)

[@mistersmith158]

No surprise Amy you're a real ripper powerhouse this is validating what we all could see all along Now time to build on this more and get your cycling game to the next level ding dang done on the VO2 let's keep those smiles and miles coming Amy I cannot stop smiling over here. TTFN to ya

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Haha thanks!! Yes time to get a bit of training in!

[@cgatlin65]

Awesome, hard work pays off!

[@malcontent_1]

You said it! I had a feeling their numbers would be pretty high when Sally indicated that people who do a lot of _endurance_ training 👀 tend to have higher V02 max measurements.

[@bonn1771]

solid numbers for both of you!!

[@patlilburn5251]

Really interesting! Really impressive stats, too - pushing out 350 watts… also excellent work Kyle covering the video while Amy rides. You guys are both very charming.

[@thewattlife]

wow thats a fantastic result

[@darren8ish]

Great results guys👍

[@secretagent86]

Well done Amy. My vo2 max when in my 20s was 70-72

[@andrewcalladine2507]

Amazing result for both you guys. Very informative video as usual 🙂

[@brianleston]

Hey what a cracking double result. You two are going places. Don't rule out tandems , really great fun.

[@sasha371]

reaching 325-350w on the ramp test, what's Kyle's weight? 60kg? Sounds a bit too high to be 70...

[@S9999Frank]

seemed a bit weird yes, most cat c-riders on zwift would manage a short burst like that into the 325-350watts, but I sure dont think most of them have a vo2max of 70. Have not done the test myself, but could surely keep those watts, and garmin estimates me at around 50 vo2max. It is weight dependable though isnt it ? So heavier riders will automatically get lower numbers.

[@ChrisP978]

The machine is measuring oxygen consumption, power is just there as a stress load. With a high VO2 and a lower power it just means he has natural ability and is under trained. With proper training he could reach cat A without trouble. A+ might be out of reach. For Amy though the sky is the limit, those numbers for a female is definitely elite level and she is naturally well suited for ultra endurance if she can learn to eat on the go.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

The test measures oxygen consumption not power - it’s about your potential ☺️

[@S9999Frank]

I get that, it still seemed high for the man with those watts. For you I am not sure, not that much experience with the numbers for women. Check out Blummenfelt doing VO2max, running at 24km/hour to get to the max. He was also high on lactate on quite normal watts, with very high vo2max, which should keep lactate away at quite high power. Anyway, just a test and just opinion 🙂@@amy.cycling.adventures

[@AnzeV93]

​@@amy.cycling.adventuresthats true, but LT2 and vo2 has alot of correlation. Kyle LT2 is at 220w, average trained cyclist has around 290w.

[@yeyeTF2]

great video and great job guys however with results within 0.1 mL/kg/min of each other for two very different people which spat out elite level results.... might be an issue with equipment. that device is a vo2 master, pretty new tech with a lot of marketing buzz around it, but may not be accurate. the reason vo2 measuring devices use an exhaust tube (although annoying for the rider and upkeep) is to ensure the gas collected is 100% rider output. it also aids in calibration and standardization for accurate results. frankly speaking, not sure this device is providing you with accurate results

[@theotheroneb1548]

Unfortunately I have to agree. Those power number don't make sense with that VO2 max. Also those numbers are higher than what I had as a national champion. Obviously it's not 1:1 to predict how fast you really are on a bike but they shouldn't just be good, they should be world tour at those #s.

[@jameseastwood402]

Yes I'm afraid unless this apparatus can someone measure potential vo2 max as opposed to actual, it's just not possible that those power numbers (particularly for people that ride regularly) correlate with that vo2 max.

[@AnzeV93]

There vo2max is realisticly around 45. With 70 as female, you are taking all local KOMs or winning all local races.

[@yeyeTF2]

@@AnzeV93 i have to agree. i know its not a good idea to judge based on looks, but since watching i know roughly their ability. id say 35-45 for the lady and 45-55 for the guy depending on his weight maybe 60

[@AnzeV93]

@@yeyeTF2 ye id say the same, even for a guy he is borderline chubby, has some lovehandles. Ppl dont realize for vo2max of 70 you need to be really really lean.

[@GrouEEf]

Damn. I'm already okay at 63, but that's a whole different level. I've trained that for a couple of years already. You're exceptionally gifted.

[@bristolblue3884]

Fantastic guys, well fit the pair of you 👏👏👍

[@davidking1318]

As someone with a PhD in Exercise Science and has managed a commercial sport science facility at a UK University, I'm sorry to say that these results do not add up. When cycling we expect to see a relationship of 9.1-10.0 ml/kg/W. Therefore, although the VO2MAX is specifically measuring oxygen uptake, we know the bounds of agreement based on wattage. This is reduced in individuals who are heart failure patients, but shouldn't be greater than 9-10 ml/kg/W. If this was the case, it would mean that your efficiency was terrible, kind of like running with improper technique on a treadmill VO2MAX test (in this case speed would be less of a predictor of VO2MAX). In cycling however, the differences in efficiency between individuals is much lower. The VO2 Master is useful under certain circumstances, but this is not research grade equipment and the lab here should not be selling you this data as reliable. At University facilities we use research-grade breath by breath gas analysers that cost close to £100k to purchase and maintenance is carried out by trained staff.

[@stevengeorge5605]

Well done you two! Yippee to the max!🎉😊

[@davidmailander8165]

Nice job Kyle!

[@alicia_francis_]

Well done!

[@christophborowski725]

Great results! Keep going...

[@keessonnema]

Awesome results! Elite couple. I'm nervous doing an FTP test already (scared of bonking or absolutely dying), let alone a VO2-max test, lol.

[@Markhypnosis1]

You won't bonk on an ftp test, it's far too short for that. Unless you're confusing fatigue with bonking.

[@keessonnema]

@@Markhypnosis1 Yeah it's not really bonking, but it feels the same a bit. The feeling of cold sweat, nausea and just feeling utterly dreadful.

[@Markhypnosis1]

@@keessonnema Honestly, it really feels nothing like an all out to exhaustion ride. Bonking is hypoglycemia.....very low blood sugar. And it's a totally different, horrible feeling.

[@keessonnema]

@@Markhypnosis1 I am planning on doing an FTP test in the coming weeks, my heart rate ramps up super quickly (and lowers back down as quick), but I think it'll be fine, my endurance is fine.

[@Markhypnosis1]

@@keessonnema FTP tests are brutal as they are all out to complete exhaustion. But you won't bonk during it. As I said, it's too short.

[@malcontent_1]

Haha, _exactly_ as it should be. Amy has is just a schoche higher VO2 Max, while Kyle has a higher lactate threshold -- makes sense genetically. (Amy, love those cute slacks & your new t-shirts.)

[@liloruf2838]

In which way does it make sense genetically?? Because of the difference female vs male or what is the reason?

[@malcontent_1]

@@liloruf2838 in that homo sapien males are typically _genetically_ more muscular, stronger than females of the same species

[@brianridley1102]

Well done!! Great results. Mine according to Garmin is 45, but I'm 61 years old with no training plan just riding 😂 Garmin reckons for my age it's top 10% so I'm happy with that. Be ready for a drop when you get a lot older 😊

[@Joeonline26]

Don't worry, the Garmin vo2 max reading is nowhere near as accurate as doing a lab test like Kyle and Amy. It's not just your age pal

[@smellyelle8422]

Cracking V02s Kyle and Amy! You two are naturals 💪💪 Lol, I was also wondering if anyone had been sick whilst doing the test. Amy thanks for asking that question 😅

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

😂😂

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Love the logo, yippeeee! Time to get the merch store running.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Yesssss thank you!! They’ll be on sale end of this month ☺️

[@normhanson981]

Brilliant vid . 70.5 and 70.4 incredible.

[@peterobrien5928]

Amy, wow amazing results. Well-done you, and of course well done Kyle. Two wonderful cyclists.

[@TheMarshal1992]

Impressive. Good job

[@TwoWheels_OO]

I feel better about myself now knowing you guys are elites. I couldnt help but compare myself to you guys saying youve only been riding 2 years and i wasnt sure i believed Kyle was in his first year thats insane i actually did make a comment he is in the top 5% its true, but thanks for saying it doesnt matter what you do as long as your out on your bike enjoying yourself, it took me a few times heari g that but message taken. I did increase my distance over a short period to 50km but the my HRV went to low so now im just doing 25km and it takes me 1.20 ride ti.e at average speed of 19km an hour so im really slow but there are 6 hills to clim and an ascent, still i think 1hr on the bike is a good amount of time to do cardiovascular exercise and i do enjoy myself and find it satisfying, i actually do t need to do more but i see you guys and i just think i suck and i get passed often. On my Garmin watch when walking my VO2 is, dont laugh 35, but when i walk its just a very low intensity literally walk in the park type walk, i do wonder what it is on the bike, dont forget 55 for a male is said to be excellent i wonder if im just okay i know im probably fitter than people who dont exercise but id say im in the bottom 25% of people who do. Never mind, i still Love riding and its only been 6 months, im sure ill be a lot better at 2 years, love your content by the way Amy youre my top 2 favorite youtube influencer not including GCN. Love ya

[@peterjohnson9243]

Bloody hell you two!❤

[@ScottVanHorne]

70.5 is wild especially for women, you definitely have some potential. I got to do a test for free a couple years back and was also shocked by the results, had been at 80.5 at the time.

[@Monkey_slapping_keys]

That's pretty wild, congrats.

[@dominicbritt]

That’s not surprising considering the pace you guys maintained in the PBP without any structured training!! Congratulations, I’d say this should ensure that you find training to be very rewarding. 👍

[@bengt_axle]

70 is something like the 99th percentile. It is extraordinary.

[@jpmoosic]

I know I think I might get tested at this place 👀

[@normhanson981]

I know , couldn’t believe it

[@davidmailander8165]

Nice job!

[@robertappleby9490]

Very good Amy stick with it 😊.

[@mcaxz]

You two need to come to America this summer...

[@malcontent_1]

_Yes_ come & ride along the length of our West Coast (California, Oregon & Washington). We have beautiful views and excellent weather. The Pacific Coast Bike Route is ~1,850 miles.

[@AlArctic]

The test data is very inflated, you were flattered. It was necessary to make a softer level, 20 or even less watts. The portable gas analyzer clearly produces elevated values.

[@neil1974uk]

Fantastic results. If you ride with power and heart rate Garmin connect will estimate a cycling VO2 max. It would be interesting to see if the value estimated by Garmin is close to the lab results. My cycling VO2 max is 61 with the running one at 56 but I’m not sure if I believe them.

[@marianneoelund2940]

Yes, running VO2 max is expected to be higher than cycling. I always wonder how Garmin come up with their numbers. They give me a cycling VO2 max in the Superior range (upper 5% for my age), but the FTP value is only in the Good range. How does that reconcile?

[@edwin_slager]

Nice results, you both cycle so much, that these result were to be expected.

[@ToSw-x1h]

You guys are very fit, regardless of the numbers. Congrats! I agree with the other comments that comparison with the VO2 max of other elite athletes may be very dependent on the equipment. However, the comparison between Amy and Kyle is relevant. I think Kyle has more potential upside for improving his VO2 max since, although he is fit, as a guy he could shed 5-10 kg if necessary, thus lowering his denominator, while Amy is probably near her healthy low limit. A couple of other comments: 1. Does Amy's saddle height seem a bit low to you? She still has a lot of knee bend. Maybe this is the randonnee position and is more comfortable for long rides? 2. My advice is to be careful about coaching and number training. These are great tools for competitors but IMO suck the life out of riding for fun. Who ever shouted "Yippee!" or "Gorgeous!" when they held 250 watts doing hill repeats? The joy you find in your riding adventures is a rare commodity in this world - don't make your riding a chore!

[@bobbrian6526]

seems a bit unlikely. For female 70 is not just elite it is the top of the elite, Paula Radcliffe's VO2 max was 70 when she broke the world record for the marathon. For a male 70 is very high, many pro riders or Olympic level runners would be at this level. The very top of the elite men are around 80+. Given that Kyle looks like he could lose 10kg to be as lean as Chris Froome, that means he would be in the super elite but with relatively little training. From the glimpse of the power numbers we saw it doesnt seem likely he is in this group.

[@bobbrian6526]

Marianne Vos VO2 max = 72, arguable greatest female cyclist of all time. Kyle topped out at 350w, whereas elite pros top out at around 500+ watts in a ramp test at lighter body weight, so hard to reconcile that with his reported VO2 of 70

[@Stevehatesgravel]

It’s all bollocks

[@AnzeV93]

Yes this vo2 is completly wrong. Probably machine wasnt calibrated for a long time.

[@jlippin123]

Getting a bike fit and an education on how to train are two important pieces of the puzzle when it come to preparing for APN. The gearing on your bike for APN is important, too. Have you given it any thought? A gravel bike with mountain bike gearing is probably ideal, i.e., a wide range cassette ranging from 10 or 11 to 40+ and a crankset with two chainrings one being 38 and the other being 24. Will this bike sponsor you say you have set you up with this? I hope so! I also suggest that after you design your APN route that you consolidate it into a 550 or 600k route that you and Kyle ride together about 4 weeks before you actually ride APN. You won't believe the confidence you will gain for the big event by doing a tune up ride first. Over half the APN route you will already know before you do it for real.

[@cathschofield7488]

I’m doing APN what route planning tool/s do you use

[@jlippin123]

Ride with GPS is the tool I use. It took me a day to create the APN24 route. I'm not a entrant in the ride. I just like to create long routes.@@cathschofield7488

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thanks for the advice ☺️ yes good idea to ride some of the route!

[@dkelly7159]

You'd probably both make good TTers. 💪

[@chrisdok7514]

Well seems some callibration is needed, looks like very high .......

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

The machine was calibrated before each test ☺️

[@wizkidcyclist9968]

Hi Amy and Kyle, Super stuff.. Greetings from India. one request - can you please make a playlist of all the videos that you are putting out with the UK Bike Fit folks? it's a lot easier to navigate and catchup incase if someone has to leave it mid-way.

[@swifty0000007]

Said right from the signing up to this channel you are elite level - you should race and beat Kopecki👍

[@Stevehatesgravel]

Are you for real 🤣🤣🤣

[@egoistejeans]

Vo2 max Influenced by the weight of the rider, how much oxygen was the maximum?

[@stevecompton7197]

Once again awesome

[@swifty0000007]

What are you doing all this testing for Amy - pro racing?

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Nooo I don’t like racing, tried it but I’m too scared of crashing and then not being able to ride! I’m going to focus on endurance cycling so treating for that so that the coach can make me a plan for All Points North and Miglia this year ☺️

[@swifty0000007]

What about time trialling? On your own, no bunch just you v the clock? Or you could do distance challenges - miles covered in 12/24 hours? You would smash a lot of records👍🏆

[@Bellissimovolere]

Well done Champ..👍

[@drissghalmi6278]

Brilliant video.. very informative… elite couple.. 🎉🎉 😁😁

[@duathlete827]

I told you Amy, that you would more than likely be way above the average. Kyle has great numbers too. You doubt yourself and give yourself too much negative talk. Don't do that. You have natural genetics to compete at a high level and not GET DROPPED if you don't want to and willing to work! You rock and now you have the numbers.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you so much!! Yes that drop ride I was so tired I’d been doing a lot haha, still got to train to get stronger! But it’s given me some confidence!

[@gazthefez8677]

Great figures! When she was giving average figures for males and females, Sally forgot to mention one essential thing - age matters. Big time.

[@rollandjoeseph]

I thought the same thing😒

[@mitchfrank48]

Wow! You guys are amazing

[@ChrisP978]

Age definitely matters, younger have more natural VO2. But the more you train through your life the longer you'll hold on to more if it. There are men pushing 60 that have a VO2max above 60 because they've been active their entire life.

[@LakeDistrictcyclist]

You might of already done it but do you fancy doing the Fred Whitton😊

[@malcontent_1]

Kyle needs his own sponsor for shoes & especially replacement CLEATS!!

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Don’t you worry! I’ve spoken to Lake, he’s getting some 🎉🎉🎉

[@malcontent_1]

@@amy.cycling.adventures you're too good to him, Amy. He'd better be nice to you! 🙃

[@99cya]

im cycling myself and i find it somewhat strange. the watts they put out are very regular. nothing special at all. but the vo2 is in the high level of elite range. that does not add up. something cant be right here.

[@carlosflanders518]

Something very odd. They should see their thresholds jumping up 20% after 2-3 months coaching with those numbers. 2*20 and 5*5 once a week and the results would be spectacular. I'd like to see that oxygen meter calibrated though.

[@ChrisP978]

Two different measurements. One is your natural cardio potential, the other is your current training level (which is somewhat dependent on the former). You can have a high VO2max and be untrained. With a proper training plan they will likely see FTP jump up significantly. At the moment all they do is endurance and the occasional short hill climb so the FTP isn't what it could be. Also remember that it is based on body weight and she weighs like 45kg.

[@andrewmcalister3462]

It’s unusual, but not surprising given their cycling history. Through a LOT of low intensity cycling, Amy and Kyle have turned themselves into “all day diesels”, with a VERY strong aerobic base. Add in some top end from a few months of structured threshold and VO2Max efforts, and they will be far more rounded cyclists.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

The machine was calibrated before each test ☺️

[@99cya]

well whatever it is, 70s is truely spectacular. good for content 🙂@@andrewmcalister3462

[@andrewmcalister3462]

Amy, with that VO2Max, I am expecting a very strong showing in the 24 hour time trial.

[@niafer9444]

All those years of non-stop chatting have resulted in an elite level VO2 Max. Awesome. It's a bit like that moment in Karate Kid where he realises why he has been doing all the waxing ... ; ) Joking apart, I am very happy for you both. Thank you for the video :)

[@Yojimbonh]

Those numbers are fantastic - pro level. With a bit of training you can easily add 30 percent to your current FTP values, and if you really trained you could add a bunch more.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Was so shocked! Time to get a bit of training in and see where the endurance can lead!

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Vindication, baby! I called Amy "world tour level" in a prior video... I KNEW she had something special. And Kyle too? Wowww, congrats guys!

[@ScotchNWry]

This looks reasonably civilised. I did the rowing ERGO test at uni and still remember it being absolutely horrific. Rowing as fast as you can for 2km sounds easy but I collapsed off the machine and was convinced I was going to be sick. Heart rate was stratospheric at the end. You at least pretended to enjoy these tests.

[@99cya]

2km max effort rowing is so much more painful than cycling. Its easy to collapse doing that.

[@jonathandurand-marandi2244]

what!!!!!! i think most people here dont realise how crazy this vo2max is

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

I was shocked!!!

[@paperjourni8964]

yeah, running a PB the day before the VO2 max test is a bit sad for thr results I guess. Perhaps would have been great from Bike Fit to mention to save the energy. Not ‚sad‘ of course (missing the word here) Great results though!

[@ajsds66]

On a tandem, you have a VO2max of 140.9 ml/kg/min 😁

[@mikesneaky-h7s]

It seems a little (highly) unlikely, that you should have identically vo2max scores that are that high. Not trying to be negative. But, maybe its a malfunction. Love the content tho! :)

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

The machine was calibrated before each test ☺️

[@AnzeV93]

Machine scored both into 70??? 100% something is wrong.

[@jefftewson8798]

Wow!

[@99cya]

70??? thats insane. thats high level elite. thats more than shocking.

[@carlosflanders518]

These numbers are both pro level.

[@AnzeV93]

Im not trying to hate, but just being realistic. There is no way any of you have that high vo2 max. I watched previous video where you were testing LT. These numbers makes no sense. Kyle had LT2 at 220w, thats super low for any trained cyclist. The realistic vo2 would be around 45.

[@Timo-qb1gf]

They must be around 50kg to make the numbers plausible?

[@AnzeV93]

@@Timo-qb1gf at vo2 max of 70, your LT2 is minimum 5wkg. So ye both should well below 50kg. I have seen hundreds of vo2max test.

[@Timo-qb1gf]

Unless she has extraordinarily high LT2 level, I think they stopped testing after 5mmol. But yes I agree the numbers are way off. At 70 Vo2max you should be able to push about 500W for 5min and I think it's unlikely given she stopped the ramp test around 300W I think.

[@AnzeV93]

Your LT2 is when you hit around 4mmol. So even if they stopped at 5mmol, they got all info they needed. These vo2 max testing protocol is also outdated. Its way bettter to do LT testing untill you give out. And then do vo2max test, with watts abit higher then you finished your LT testing.

[@Timo-qb1gf]

@@AnzeV93 well that point I think is questionable, some athletes self regulated steady state is way above 4mmol. But yes in this case I think not the issue. I bet their measurement equipment ie the mask is not calibrated correctly since both of them are way off.

[@AndrewisTri-tn1uo]

I don't really get the point of doing these tests. What's the actionable outcome of paying money and getting these numbers? Unless you're very inexperienced I'd imagine you'd have a very good idea of what your sustainable powers are for different durations.

[@joshuahoover]

Not sure about this V02 test, but knowing your FTP is pretty much a requirement for training based on power zones.

[@AndrewisTri-tn1uo]

Sure, but you don't need any help or pay anyone to find ftp.

[@joshuahoover]

@@AndrewisTri-tn1uo True. I think your question is legit. I'm not really sure of the value of this test for most of us. I'm likely missing something 🤷‍♂️

[@S9999Frank]

As much as I agree, there could be a point to knowing if you have a high VO2max or low one, as to knowing your strength or weakness and what you need to focus on to improve.

[@andrewmcalister3462]

Most cyclists will just improve by adding more volume, and don’t need a VO2Max test to tell them that. But Amy and Kyle already do a LOT of volume, so the question becomes what should they add next? Power-duration curves tell you quite a lot, but are partly based on natural genetics, and partly on your recent training. Some people are natural sprinters, and some are natural marathoners. Amy and Kyle seem to have pretty flat PD curves, but this is not surprising as they have been doing a LOT of low intensity riding. Doing a VO2Max test allows you to peek under the hood and see what they might be capable of, with a change of training regime, and what types of training should be prescribed. Should they be doing more threshold training? Or more VO2Max efforts? Don’t get me wrong, most people don’t NEED to test like this, and you can get a reasonable idea just from PD. But testing and PD gives you more than PD alone.

[@ScotchNWry]

That’s fantastic. You two need to have a bunch of kids to improve the Olympic team from 2044 onwards

[@aboversite]

70+ is elite Olympic level

[@LD-bv1pm]

70 with that level of training is pro level for a woman, wow that's very impressive. Amy is genetically designed for cardio. Kyle's is also very good, not pro peloton but good. Elite men are high 80's-90+.

[@andrewmcalister3462]

Kyle’s numbers are a bit distorted by the fact that he is a strong lad (I think he is a bricklayer by trade?) for an endurance athlete, and carrying a fair bit of upper body muscle mass - no cyclist T-Rex arms there. As VO2Max is litres per minute per kg, that additional body weight will be dragging his numbers down.

[@bobfoster687]

Saddle looked low. Might be while legs are aching.

[@Rubbart]

An LT2 of 219w and a Vo2 max of 70.4 doesn't add up unfortunately. I would get the Vo2 numbers confirmed with lab type of Vo2 equipment if I were you.

[@andrewnorris5415]

I looked up the vo2 max world records for women. You are very close! 78.6 ml/kg/min | Joan Benoit The first women’s Olympic Games marathon champion, winning the Gold medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Las Angeles. 76.6 ml/kg/min | Bente Skari Hailing from Norway, Skari is one of the most successful cross-country skiers ever, receiving 12 Olympic and World Championship medals. 76.0 ml/kg/min | Flavia Oliveira A Brazilian racing cyclist who finished in 7th place in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro - the highest placed finish for a Brazilian rider in any Olympic cycling event.

[@S9999Frank]

Norwegian cross country skier (female) therese Johaug supposedly measured 82 as her max. If you have seen cross country you would know what kind of a phenomenon she is. Currently retired after having baby, but will make comeback I think. Anyway, unlikely that the testing in this video is correct, as numbers seemed very high while watts were quite in the ordinary range.

[@andrewnorris5415]

​@@S9999Frank But they are not measuring peak power with vo2, but peak oxygen usage? Which can be reached more slowly over time when pushing it more steadily, not at peak power. peak power is anaerobic, and only for very short bursts?

[@S9999Frank]

Sure, it just seemed like their test was not showing a very high performance, especially for the guy who was at a power that many hobby athletes in their 50s could probably hold for at least 30 minutes, and looked like this was a short test. Or maybe we all have higher vo2max than we imagine :-) @@andrewnorris5415

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

V02 max isn’t testing the watts it’s testing how much oxygen your body is taking in, so you could be putting out higher watts but not using as much oxygen which is what the VO2 max is ☺️

[@Stevehatesgravel]

It’s all bollocks you have to have a winners mentality and mindset

[@buzzman4860]

💪💪💪

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

It was lung at first site ❤💪😅

[@Joeonline26]

Doesn't Amy have a sibling who is elite level runner? The vo2 max test result makes sense genetically...

[@bobbrian6526]

if her sister is paula radcliffe lol

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

My sister is an 800m runner yes ☺️ top 10 in the UK currently, so proud of her 🫶

[@Joeonline26]

@@amy.cycling.adventures Woah that's amazing Amy! 'Runs' in the family I guess (pun intended😉)

[@andrewmcalister3462]

@amy.cycling.adventures Step 1 to becoming an elite athlete: choose the right parents.

[@Stevehatesgravel]

She hasn’t anybody that boring in the family

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Can we now expect to see spectacular performances in the videos? 😀👍

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Haha we will see! Hopefully I have enough time for training alongside everything else! ☺️

[@thejeffinvade]

70.5?!🎉

[@steveyost5530]

Well if you two decide to have children sometime in the future, I think you may have a future Tour de France winner.

[@RXP91]

Increadible vo2max. You missed a calling as a pro athlete. Also on a bike that's an absurd number, cause you don't get to use your upper body. I wonder if the lab took into account the VO2 slow component? That's where due to fatigue your vo2max spikes at the end.

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Yes they did ☺️✔️

[@RXP91]

@@amy.cycling.adventures Absolute beast! I saw your strava running times too, you've got the gift! Getting swimming and you can get into triathlon!

[@somewhereuk1957]

Brilliant by both of you.... BUT... dont let it get in the way of why you started doing it. Scenery is nowhere near as good when youre watching your Garmin...

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you!! Ohh yes don’t you worry, my training plan is some sessions in the week and every Saturday and Sunday is set to zone 2 long ride - so that will be continuing as normal 🙌🙌

[@somewhereuk1957]

@@amy.cycling.adventures Good good, it's hard reading village names signs when youre pedalling anyway the speed you go...

[@louisgenin7248]

These numbers are absolute nonsense haha

[@AnzeV93]

Yep complete garbage, 70 vo2 for Kyle??? At 220w of LT2. Mate my z2 is around 250w. And i tested in 65 vo2

[@rollandjoeseph]

Well done guys!! ahh to be young with fresh unpollutedlungs from partying ..lol. Amy why not try to be a pro cyclist? You could still do finance remotely ?

[@amy.cycling.adventures]

Thank you!! I don’t like racing I’ve tried it but the close proximity on crit racing I just get too scared of crashing and I would hate to crash and not be able to ride, but I’m going to focus on endurance ☺️

[@EnormoDerClown1]

Sounds Not really realistic to be honest. Two such high values "Out of luck"?

[@Stevehatesgravel]

Can’t see the point if you don’t race unless it’s an advertisement for UK bike fit

[@rob4146]

Not a very good advert for UK Bike Fit, as these tests are quite clearly wrong, and the tester seems oblivious to the fact.

[@joeblack7469]

Unfortunately as a lot have said this test is wildly inaccurate and although I highly doubt you have done this intentionally it looks like a fake result to promote a sponsor.

[@KuriReevel]

BS. What a place for doing a test?! Some comedy or what?

[@ikawpipa]

What if its a Trans athlete, do they use the gender they were born with or the gender identity they use pronouns to have accurate VO2 max reading? For example, I identify as teenage kangaroo.

[@Michael-fi6ve]

What if I type a pointless KZbin comment reply, do you read it and respond or never see it? I typed it anyways.

[@keessonnema]

Yes

[@malcontent_1]

The modern expressions of sexual identity, aka "gender" is clearly _not_ about genetics, but it seems that any modifying hormone treatments _may_ adapt an individuals capacity for musculature / outright power.

[@shimriot]

amazing that was great session