Table 2. Performance characteristics of the participants during the Fatmax test in the stage where the fat oxidation rate was maximal. Values are the 6 min averages of the Fatmax stage and given as the mean ± SEM |
| Variables |
Fatmax stage |
| Fat oxidation rate, g/min |
0.32 ± 0.02 |
| Carbohydrate oxidation rate, g/min |
0.66 ± 0.06 |
| Contribution of fat to energy production, % |
57.68 ± 2.38 |
| Contribution of carbohydrates to energy production, % |
42.32 ± 2.38 |
| Exercise intensity, % V̇O2peak |
39.81 ± 1.17 |
| Heart rate, bpm |
106 ± 3 |
| Respiratory exchange ratio |
0.83 ± 0.01 |
| Energy expenditure, kcal/h |
330.7 ± 13.6 |
| Speed, km/h |
4.51 ± 0.13 |
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