Moxy 5-1-5

Service Description

*This test is approximately 60 minutes; 90 min session includes set up and analysis after session* The Moxy 5-1-5 Test is a structured protocol used to evaluate muscle oxygenation dynamics during exercise, leveraging the Moxy Monitor's ability to measure SmO₂ (muscle oxygen saturation) and tHb (total hemoglobin) in real time. It provides insights into an athlete’s muscle oxygen utilization, recovery capacity, and endurance performance. Key Features of the 5-1-5 Test: 5 Minutes of Intense Work The athlete performs high-intensity exercise (e.g., cycling or running) to significantly stress the working muscles. This phase helps assess how the muscles deoxygenate under load. 1 Minute of Rest A brief recovery period allows the muscles to re-oxygenate. The rate of recovery during this phase provides information about oxygen delivery and the athlete's cardiovascular efficiency. 5 Minutes of Intense Work A second high-intensity interval measures the sustainability of oxygen delivery and utilization over repeated efforts. Why Perform a Moxy 5-1-5 Test? Understand Muscle Dynamics: Learn how your muscles handle oxygen during effort and recovery. Identify Limiters: Determine whether your performance is limited by oxygen delivery, utilization, or other factors. Optimize Training: Tailor workouts to target specific physiological weaknesses. Track Progress: Use the test results over time to measure adaptations and improvements in fitness. The Moxy 5-1-5 Test is particularly useful for endurance athletes seeking to refine their training strategies and gain detailed physiological insights.