What's in a few numbers anyways?

At the beginning of last season I got tested for my VO2 max and power. I was given a few numbers to use for training such as functional threshold power, power zones, heart rate zones, and max heart rate. Pretty cool stuff to use, and good information at the beginning of a relatively serious training period of my life.

This morning - technically two seasons later - I got tested again by a completely different group to see what my VO2 max was. This was a much quicker test and it actually felt easier probably because I now knew what to expect.

The results were pretty nice although I am uncertain of the credibility of the tests. I just didn't get the feeling this test was very important to the people administering the tests.

I do feel good that every number increased 15 to 20% except my heart rate, where my threshold dropped from 185 to 180 ish. It's a sign of two things: getting old and my body adapting to training. I like the training part.

Next: Get tested by TOSH / Max Testa's group at the beginning of next season. I need to experience what test administered by a world class cycling specialty shop feels like.