FCR Physiological Profile Testing™

​French Creek Racing is pleased to offer Physiological Profile Testing™ (PPT) through the services of Physiologist & Coach Shannon Grady, MS, MT, PES, CET, CEP. Shannon is a global leader in the application of lactate dynamics for human performance optimization and a nationally recognized expert in the field of applied Physiology & Exercise Science working with 1000s of athletes including Olympic, professionals, collegiate, and high school level.

The PPT is a controlled, continuous test protocol that measures various metrics such as speed, power, heart rate, and blood lactate. PPT measures bioenergetic availability you have available to perform work; in this case, swimming. The test results address why you may or may not be improving in your health and/or training and races; and addresses HOW to prescribe training to improve physiology for better health and performance.

Testing Date: March 10, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM **You will be asked to select your testing time during the registration process.

Location: Villanova University
Pavilion Swim Center
800 E Lancaster Ave
Villanova, PA 19085

PPT Fee: Standard fee: $150.00. FCR rate: $125.00, a 17% savings.

Minimum six (6) test clients required.

Test Protocol: Swimmer will complete four (4) 200 yard swims at increased effort with a brief rest period after each swim. After the fourth swim, the swimmer will rest for 60 seconds and swim 100 yards as fast as possible. A finger stick blood sample will be collected at the beginning of the test and after each swim; along with heart rate data and speed for the swim.

Important Note Read Carefully: March 10th do not workout, swim or otherwise pre-PPT. Arrive 20 minutes ahead of your scheduled test time for a light warm up. It is permissible workout post PPT.