Average volume inhaled per breath during latest session
Training Index achieved during latest session
(VOLUME) indicates the average amount of air inhaled per breath during a training session. A higher value of volume indicates that you are breathing deeply and training the inspiratory muscles across their full range of movement. Try to inhale as deeply as possible for each breath of the training session in order to maximise this value. A relatively small value of volume may indicate that you are training at a level that is too high and are unable to properly complete each breath.
(T-INDEX) is a measure of the effectiveness of your training session based upon the amount of energy expended. A high value of training index indicates that you have exercised your inspiratory muscles as hard and as long as possible leading to the best possible training improvements. Aim to achieve a Training Index rating of medium to high to maintain a good training effect.
i In order to maximise the Training Index achieved during a training session, ensure that you breathe in as deeply as possible during each breath, filling your lungs completely when you breathe in and emptying them completely when you breathe out.
Monitoring the changes By monitoring the changes in load, power, volume and training index over a period of days and weeks, you can observe the progress of your training. Do not expect instant results – as with any training, it will take time to see the improvements. Do not be disheartened if your training results fluctuate from day to day, this is normal and it is an overall trend of improvement that is important.
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