Lactate Threshold Calculator

Calculate Lactate Threshold



Formula

The formula to calculate the Lactate Threshold is:

\[ LT = HR_{max} \times \left(1 - \frac{LT\%}{100}\right) \]

Where:

What is Lactate Threshold?

The lactate threshold refers to the intensity of exercise at which lactate, a byproduct of anaerobic metabolism, begins to accumulate in the bloodstream at a faster rate than it can be removed. This threshold is significant because it is an indicator of fatigue during strenuous exercise. When the body is working within its lactate threshold, it is able to efficiently remove the lactate produced by the muscles and use it as a source of energy.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ LT = 190 \times \left(1 - \frac{85}{100}\right) = 190 \times 0.15 = 28.5 \text{ bpm} \]

The Lactate Threshold is 28.5 bpm.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ LT = 180 \times \left(1 - \frac{80}{100}\right) = 180 \times 0.20 = 36 \text{ bpm} \]

The Lactate Threshold is 36 bpm.