Calculators
RunCoach Calculators
This is a series of calculators that can be found as a part of the
RunCoach program. Descriptions are as follows
Body Mass Index: This
provides a correct height for weight index. This particular measure is used by the
US government (NIH) to generate obesity statistics. It has been modified here to
provide some guidance for running weights.
Basic Prediction: This
calculator provides an indication of a performance at one distance based on a result from
another. This is quite an advanced system using three integrated models. It
provides reasonable accuracy right through the range from 100m sprints through to 6 day
Ultra's.
Advanced Prediction: This improves on the basic
prediction by taking into account other factors. This calculator also includes weight, age and time since your performed your base input PB.
Heart Rate Zones: This is a
standard heart rate zone calculator. It calculates you pulse rates for a variety of
standard runs. The calculator uses both the Karhonen heart rate reserve as well as
straight percentages. I have avoided going further and varying the zone based on the
distance run as it all gets a bit academic without more information about a runners
response to training. (eg lactate threshold)
VO2max: This series of calculators predicts your VO2max without going to a laboratory. There is a walking test, a running test and a couple of calculators which use race results.
PB Analysis: This calculator accepts PB's for up to
10 distances and then analyses your ability. It will give you a relative performance ranking based on a couple of criteria. How well each stacks up against a world championship perfomance and indicate which distances are your forte.
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