INSCYD is a scientifically validated software tool designed for coaches, sports scientists, national federations, and professional teams to perform a comprehensive 360° metabolic profile of endurance athletes. The name INSCYD (pronounced 'inside') is an aesthetic play on words, meaning 'built on science' .
The software's core value proposition is its ability to provide lab-quality physiological data from simple field tests, often requiring only a power meter for cycling/running, or lactate/VO2 data from a lab . This eliminates the need for expensive, time-consuming lab visits, making advanced performance diagnostics accessible anywhere .
Key Features and Capabilities:
- VLamax (Maximum Glycolytic Power): INSCYD claims to be the only scientifically validated tool to measure this crucial metric, which influences both short-burst power and long-distance fuel consumption .
- VO2max (Maximum Aerobic Power): Standard aerobic capacity measurement .
- Anaerobic Threshold (MLSS): Provides a more accurate measure than FTP by calculating the maximum lactate steady state .
- Substrate Utilization: Calculates Fat Combustion (FatMax) and Carbohydrate Combustion (CarbMax) rates at specific intensities, enabling precise fueling and pacing strategies .
- Performance Projection: Allows coaches to create 'virtual avatars' by changing physiological metrics (e.g., VLamax, VO2max) to predict future performance outcomes before prescribing a training plan .
- Customized Training Zones: Generates highly individualized training zones based on the athlete's unique metabolic profile, which can be implemented in training platforms .
Target Users and Use Cases:
- Target Users: Coaches, sports scientists, human performance labs, national federations (e.g., Belgian Cycling, German Skiing Federation), professional sporting teams (e.g., Jumbo-Visma, Alpecin-Fenix), and universities .
- Use Cases: Individualized training program design, identifying performance-limiting factors, precise fueling and pacing strategy for competition, remote athlete testing and monitoring, and scientific validation of training adaptations .