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To evaluate the definitions of maximal lactate steady state (MLSS) and critical power (CP) regarding endurance exercise capacity.

May 1, 2019Physiological ReportsOpen Access

The maximal metabolic steady state: redefining the ‘gold standard’

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This article argues that critical power better represents the maximal metabolic steady state in endurance exercise, challenging existing beliefs.

To evaluate the definitions of maximal lactate steady state (MLSS) and critical power (CP) regarding endurance exercise capacity.
Review of existing literature on MLSS and CP definitions and assessments.
Analysis of physiological responses to exercise at MLSS and CP.
Comparison of endurance capabilities related to both metrics.
MLSS underestimates the actual maximal metabolic steady state compared to CP.
Critical power represents the boundary between sustained exercise and exercise leading to physiological limitations.
Recommendations to stop treating MLSS and CP as equivalent metrics in endurance analysis.

Jones et al. (2019) studied this question.

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This article argues that critical power better represents the maximal metabolic steady state in endurance exercise, challenging existing beliefs.