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Lactic versus Speed Test
Introduction
The Lactic versus Speed Test was developed in New Zealand by Les Archer to assess speed endurance assessment in 400 metre runners.
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What is the point?
Running 400 metres requires both speed and endurance. New Zealand coach Les Archer developed the Lactic versus Speed Test, which involves a series of different length sprints, in order to assess this endurance.
What do you need?
- 400 metre track
- Stopwatch
- Assistant
How do you do the test?
First, complete a 500 metre time trial.
At least 48 hours later, perform the following sequence:
- 50 metres - record the time (T2)
- 4 minutes recovery
- 100 metres - record the time (T3)
- 4 minutes recovery
- 150 metres - record the time (T4)
- 4 minutes recovery
- 200 metres - record the time (T5)
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What results you'll get :
Add the times S1 = T2 + T3 + T4 + T5 to discover your speed endurance.
What is being measured again?
This test is a good way to assess speed endurance.
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