Lactate threshold training

Lactate threshold training

The low-down: Training at threshold involves performing cardiovascular exercises like cycling, running or rowing to the intensity where fatigue sets in, then maintaining this level as lactic acid accumulates in your muscles (what makes muscles feel tired). Hugely challenging for the quads and hamstrings, and is anaerobic (when your muscles use oxygen faster than you can replace it).

Calories burned: 600-1000 per hour.

Weight loss: 9/10

Muscle building: 2/10

Strength building: 4/10

Toning: 7/10