Testing Services

We believe every athlete should have access to the same resources the pros have, including state-of-the-art physiological testing.

Measure Your Progress

 

The only way to really improve your fitness is to know where you’re starting from.  Every  athlete is aware that knowing his or her physiological parameters is essential for quality training and improvement.  At the start of every training program CCNS athletes undergo testing in order to determine their strengths and weaknesses.

Want to learn how to start training with a heart rate monitor or powermeter? Do you want to learn how to actually interpret all of that information being thrown out at you by your cycling computer? Make an appointment with Charles Coaching & Nutrition Services and find out the information you need to know to become a smarter and faster rider.

Complete Fitness Analysis

Over the course of two days, CCNS will pinpoint every aspect of your current physical condition. This testing package is the perfect start to an intensive training program, and is included at no additional cost in all training programs started with CCNS.
(Includes Blood Lactate, VO2 Max, RMR, Hematocrit, and Body Composition Testing)

Lactate Threshold Testing

CCNS provides safe and affordable lactate threshold testing by a USAC certified coach.  This test is also available for swimmers, runners, and rowers.  CCNS finds your fitness levels through direct blood lactate sampling. CCNS provides all the equipment a cyclist needs in order to determine there Zones and Thresholds at Wattage, Heartrate and Perceived Exertion.

VO2 Max Testing
A Glimpse of your Genetic Potential.

An excellent way to determine current fitness levels and physical potential. When used in combination with a proper training program, VO2 Max testing has incredible value in helping an athlete achieve his or her peak physical condition

Hematological Testing
Hematocrit Testing, Glycolytic Hemoglobin Testing, Albumin testing, and Creatinine monitoring

Examine the composition of your blood and learn about your body’s essential strengths and weaknesses.  Blood analysis is one of the best and most scientific ways to improve your training regimen to fit your body’s specific needs.

Resting Metabolic Rate Testing

Determine your exact metabolic and caloric needs. Determining your resting metabolic rate and caloric needs is crucial to safely and effectively lose weight, gain weight, enhance recovery, and have more energy! CCNS will help you determine your exact caloric needs using advanced calorimetry.

Body Composition Analysis

Are you too heavy? Are you too thin? How much weight can you lose and still maintain your optimal power? CCNS can help you determine you body composition and appropriate race weight.  We can help you feel confident about your weight standards and establish perfect weight loss goals and programs.

CONTACT US:          P: 860.538.9369          E: Info@charlescoaching.com        353 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457