Sports Physiology and Exercise Testing
Sports Physiology and Exercise Testing
Welcome to the Sports Physiology and Exercise Testing (SPET) service at the University of Exeter—where science meets performance. Whether you’re an amateur enthusiast or an elite athlete, our cutting-edge physiology assessments provide the insights you need to train smarter, race faster, and perform at your best.
Understanding your body’s physiological strengths and limitations is key to maximising your athletic potential. Our testing services provide:
✅ Scientific Precision: Move beyond guesswork with data-driven training strategies.
✅ Personalised Training Zones: Train at the right intensity for optimal performance gains.
✅ Performance Tracking: Monitor progress over time to refine your training approach.
✅ Nutritional and Recovery Insights: Optimise fueling and recovery based on your metabolic profile.
✅ Overtraining Prevention: Avoid overtraining and reduce injury risk by training at the right intensities.
Whether you’re aiming for a podium finish or simply looking to improve, physiological testing provides the roadmap to success.
Our testing service is led by some of the most respected names in sports physiology:
🏃 Professor Andy Jones – A globally recognized expert in endurance performance, Andy has played a pivotal role in the training of world-record-breaking runners, including Eliud Kipchoge’s historic sub-2-hour marathon project.
🚴 Dr. Tim Podlogar – A leading sports scientist specialising in cycling physiology, Tim has worked with professional cycling teams and top-tier endurance athletes, helping to optimise training and nutrition strategies. Among others, his expertise has contributed to two victories in Cycling Grand Tours.
With decades of research and hands-on experience at the highest level, our team ensures you receive insights that are not just based on science but proven at the pinnacle of sport.
Our state-of-the-art laboratory offers a full suite of performance assessments, including:
👉 Maximal Oxygen Uptake (VO₂max): Measure your aerobic capacity and endurance potential.
👉 Lactate Threshold Testing: Identify your optimal training and racing intensities.
👉 Exercise Economy: Learn how efficiently your body uses energy at different speeds/intensities.
👉 Body Composition Analysis: Understand your muscle-to-fat ratio for performance optimisation.
👉 Training Zone Prescription: Tailor your workouts for maximum gains.
Whether you’re preparing for a marathon, cycling event, or simply aiming to improve your fitness, our data-driven approach helps you train smarter, not harder.