Note: This feature is only available for our Platinum Packages. Reach out to your Account Manager if you're interested in exploring this option.
Velocity-based parameters allow coaches to program relative intensities for conditioning modalities similar to resistance exercises.
Instead of programming a weight that is 85% of your Back Squat 1RME to target the physical quality of strength, you can now program relative intensities for conditioning modalities with a similar intent.
For Example:
Speed/velocity set at 90% of your Lactate Threshold Pace. (Learn more)
Speed/velocity set at 110% of your Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS) (Learn more)
How this works:
Like the Back Squat scenario previously mentioned, you need a “Max,” or a velocity, you can program from. So, we will first need to link to a test result of a specific exercise in order to calculate a %velocity for your relative intensity prescriptions.
Two main strategies can be deployed here:
For conditioning modalities, it is important to create a specific exercise for the assessment or test you plan to use, so you can track progress longitudinally over time.
In this context, the exercise of “Run” is not ideal for a running-based assessment or test, but a specific exercise of a ‘1-mile Assessment’ or ‘5k Time Trial’ would be perfect.
Programming:
Select the Conditioning Parameter: Choose the appropriate parameter for your exercise and workout.
%Velocity for distance: you set the distance and the system calculates the time to achieve, as well as pace.
%Velocity for time: you set the time and the system calculates the distance to cover, as well as pace.
For this example, we are using %velocity for distance.
2. Link Test Data: Connect the exercise to a relevant test result to calculate the distance or time for the sets.
Bridge Tip: For assessments, consider creating a specific exercise for that test to view results more easily in the analytics module. For example, use a 1-mile assessment.
3. Verify Data: Click on “View Results” to confirm you have linked to an exercise with test results saved.
Bridge Tip: If you do not yet have test results for this exercise because you are still completing the assessment we recommend coming back to verify the data before this day is assigned.
Additionally, from this view ,you can edit the test results if needed.
4. Select % Velocity Options: Use the drop-down menu to select your desired unit type and if you would like to program absolutes (0%) or any of the provided ranges.
5. Programming Ranges: Select a range to set a target velocity for your athletes. For example, if you program 85% velocity with a ±5% range, the target velocity will be between 80% and 90%.
6. Estimate Velocity: Click “Estimate Velocity” to see the prescribed velocities for your athletes. If test results are missing, you will not receive an estimated velocity.
Click here to see the athlete's view of when this training is assigned.