Use the MOXY Monitor to Dial in Your Cycling Warm-Up
How to Use the MOXY Monitor to Dial in Your Cycling Warm-Up and Spot Interval Fatigue Use short, sharp efforts to drive muscle oxygen down, then ghost pedal until you hit a higher active saturation. Higher ceilings, higher floors. The MOXY Monitor is one of the fastest ways to see what your legs are […]
The Moxy SmO₂ Sensor: What It Is, How It Works, and How It Makes You Faster
Unlock the secrets of your muscles with the Moxy SmO₂ sensor! Gain real-time insights into your muscle oxygen levels during every ride, allowing you to train smarter and recover better. Say goodbye to guesswork as you monitor your SmO₂ alongside power and heart rate. Whether refining endurance or mastering recovery, this tool optimizes your performance. Harness the power of SmO₂ and elevate your cycling game—your body will thank you!
SMO2 Levels and Base Training
When it comes to cycling, many believe that hard training is the key to speed. However, what if riding easier while tracking your muscle oxygen levels could make you stronger? The Moxy SmO₂ sensor measures the oxygen in your muscles in real time, helping optimize your training. Learn how understanding your SmO₂ can boost endurance, enhance recovery, and improve performance. Ready to ride smarter and get stronger? Explore the muscle oxygen data and unlock your cycling potential!
Vo2Max and Heart Health – A Single Ride Following Dr. Paddy Barrett’s Formula
Vo2Max and Heart Health Correlation With DFAA-1 and other Metrics I recently stumbled across a Substack post by Dr. Paddy Barrett that explains how Vo2Max is impacted by low intensity exercise. While I had not known about Dr. Barrett previously, when I read his history and other posts, I became intrigued. I think he’s a […]
The Physiological Perspective of Four Separate 8-Minute Intervals
8-Minute Intervals At “Threshold”… In late November of 2024, I was able to perform an interval session on my indoor trainer and bike with my clients. The workout comprised of four separate 8-minute intervals. We used the VQ Velocity app, and I recorded each interval as a separate file while wearing my Vo2Master Gas Exchange […]
Affirming DFAA-1 Aerobic Base With Vo2Master and Moxy
A New Calculation Uses Heart Rate Variability to Better Tune DFAA-1 I’ve been a big fan of Dr. Bruce Rogers, since 2017. He is a trained MD, but publishes his work in credentialed journals. As a Masters’ level road cyclist, he knows how important heart health is. He is also fully aware of the cardiac […]
Vo2 at Threshold
Vo2 at Threshold – Affirming Outdoor Power at Threshold In my last blog post, I mentioned that for my best 10-minute effort while climbing a trail on a mountain bike, my Vo2 at Threshold read as roughly 55ml/kg/min. I also believed that my Vo2Max was roughly 62ml/kg/min. I was curious to see if these values […]
Vo2Master Vo2Max Value Affirms Garmin Vo2Max Estimator
Vo2Master’s Vo2Max Value Was 98% Consistent with Garmin In May of this year, I wrote a post about the Garmin Vo2Max Calculator. In July, I was able to test my Vo2Max at OBC Headquarters, to compare values. I performed a Graded Exercise Test, using the Vo2Master app. This app, on a cell phone, trapped data […]
SmO2 and Base
The Moxy’s SmO2 Sensor Helps Make Base Training Even More Effective This week on my VQ Velocity Virtual Studio, we are focusing on a week of Periodization and Taper. We are not performing hard intervals, but instead, we are focusing on easier rides. I wear my Moxy for all my rides, but most of […]
Using SmO2 for Threshold Intervals
SmO2 Provides Real-Time Physiological Info Here is yet another example of the utility of an Smo2 sensor. This workout was performed by a client as well as myself last week. The goal of the intervals was to improve fitness at Lactate Threshold. I may be a bit old-school, but I’ve essentially distilled cycling workouts to […]