Conconitest

Goal: measure Anaerobic Threshold

This is maybe one of the most famous tests among cyclists. Dr. Conconi proved that you can train individually specific once you know your Anaerobic Threshold (AT). This leads to maximizing training effects and better use of the training principles of super compensation. The principle of the Conconi Test is a linear line between heart rate and power. Once the line is not linear anymore with the power line (deflection point) that is where your anaerobic threshold should be. The test is a relatively easy test to perform and retesting is easy.

Calculation results

After completing the test, you can generate a graphic of your heart-rate / power values via a spreadsheet program (copy the data from the Analyser Software to the clipboard). Put Power on the horizontal line and HR in the vertical line (average hearth rate from the last 15 seconds of every minute). The line will have a deflection point at the moment that the heart rate will not rise anymore with the power. Fill in your Anearobic Threshold on your ID-Card in the Catalyst Training Software. The Catalyst Training Software will calculate the different heart rate training zones automatically. The software shows you the six heart rate zones.

Conconi test For well trained cyclists

This is a Conconi test in which the power increases every 3 minutes with 40 watt until you are not able anymore to keep the speed or power constant. A lot of scientists choose routes of 3 minutes, because it should give a better "steady state" period.

Conconi test for trained cyclists

This is a Conconi test in which the power increases every minute with 20 watt. If the power of the first route
(180 watt) is to low, you can increase the power of all routes with 20 or 30 watt.

Conconi test for untrained cyclists

This is a Conconi test in which the power increases every minute with 20 watt. If the power of the first route
(150 watt) is to high, you can decrease the power of all routes with 20 watt.