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Physiology testing trusted by Grand Tour winners and Olympic marathon runners, now available to cyclists and runners across Devon. The University of Exeter's Sports Physiology and Exercise Testing (SPET) service brings the same methods used with elite athletes to you.<\/strong><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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Why we are different<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Understanding your body’s physiological strengths and limitations is key to maximising your athletic potential. Our testing services provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2705\u00a0Tested by the same team that prepares Grand Tour and Olympic level athletes, not a generic sports science lab
\u2705\u00a0Personalised training zones based on your own physiology, not standard tables
\u2705\u00a0Nutrition guidance grounded in published, peer reviewed research into carbohydrate metabolism
\u2705\u00a0A full written report and follow up conversation, not just numbers on a page
\u2705\u00a0University of Exeter research laboratory equipment and standards
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Whether you’re aiming for a podium finish or simply looking to improve, physiological testing provides the roadmap to success.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Professor Andy Jones testing Eliud Kipchoge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Led by Experts in Performance Science<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Our testing service is led by some of the most respected names in sports physiology:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83c\udfc3 Professor Andy Jones<\/strong> \u2013 A globally recognized expert in endurance performance, Andy has played a pivotal role in the training of world-record-breaking runners, including Eliud Kipchoge\u2019s historic sub-2-hour marathon project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udeb4 Dr. Tim Podlogar<\/strong> \u2013 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Decades of research and elite level practice mean the insight you get here goes well beyond a standard fitness test. It is why athletes choose us even when testing is available closer to home or at a lower cost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Comprehensive Testing Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Our state-of-the-art laboratory offers a full suite of performance assessments, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udc49 Maximal Oxygen Uptake (VO\u2082max):<\/strong> Measure your aerobic capacity and endurance potential.
\ud83d\udc49 Lactate Threshold Testing:<\/strong> Identify your optimal training and racing intensities.
\ud83d\udc49 Exercise Economy:<\/strong> Learn how efficiently your body uses energy at different speeds\/intensities.
\ud83d\udc49 Body Composition Analysis:<\/strong> Understand your muscle-to-fat ratio for performance optimisation.
\ud83d\udc49 Training Zone Prescription:<\/strong> Tailor your workouts for maximum gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you\u2019re preparing for a marathon, cycling event, or simply aiming to improve your fitness, our data-driven approach helps you train smarter, not harder.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Global Cycling Network recently visited us with Andrew Feather to better understand his physiology: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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