General Preparation:
- Get plenty of rest the night before
- No workout the day of (before) the test
- No anaerobic (hard) workouts the day before the test – no high volume work
- No OTC medications test day, specifically decongestants or anti-histamines
- Eat normally with your last meal no sooner than 3 hours prior
- Come well hydrated
Can I drink Coffee or Tea before the test?
Yes, but do not drink more than what you would normally. Unlike tests performed for research studies which require you to be free from any stimulants, our goal is to provide you with information that reflects your daily lifestyle. If you usually drink coffee or tea, the most usefully, practical results for training should reflect your daily habits.
What to Bring:
- Water bottle(s) and sports drink or water
- Nutritional Bar (something to eat just afterwards if necessary)
- Cycling shoes
- Cycling shorts (it is common to sweat profusely during the test so make sure you have a change of clothing for after the test)
- Pedals (our bikes are equipped with SPD)
- Feel Free to Bring your OWN MUSIC (CDs)
Information We Need for the Test
Before you take the test, we will ask you the following questions:
- Your Age
- Your Weight
- Your Height
- We will take your blood pressure
- You will be asked to sign a Release Form
We will check your height, weight and blood pressure at our studio.
Please call (781) 354-7520 if you have any further questions.
