In my last article I introduced DFAa1, how it can be used to determine your aerobic threshold, and some of the potential benefits to be gained by using it as a training tool. Assuming that you are onboard and keen to give it a go, in practical terms, how do you actually do this? In this article, I’ll be explaining what equipment you need to test your aerobic threshold using this method using an indoor bike trainer, how to effectively do the test, and how to look at and use the results.
You may have seen the term DFA a1 popping up on forums or blog posts relating to effective base training, or its use as an alternative to getting tested at a sports laboratory. This article defines what it actually is, how it works, and the potential benefits of using it to optimise your training.