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How CORE Helps Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team Optimize Performance
In the high-stakes world of professional cycling, every advantage counts. At Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, we’re committed to using the latest technology to enhance our riders’ performance. One of the innovation tools is the CORE body temperature sensor—a device that monitors and manages heat during training and racing.
05 February 2025.
CORE is the first and only core body temperature sensor that provides continuous and accurate monitoring without the need for invasive e-pills or probes. Unlike traditional wearable thermometers that only measure skin temperature, CORE uses an innovative Swiss-made thermal energy transfer sensor to detect heat moving in and out of the body. This data is then processed by a powerful AI algorithm trained on over one billion data points, ensuring continual optimization for accuracy and reliability.
CORE seamlessly integrates with our team’s existing sports tech ecosystem, transmitting real-time data to paired devices. Riders simply need to charge the sensor, shake it before an activity, and check for the flashing green light—then they’re ready to go.
CORE provides insights into several critical thermal metrics, helping our riders optimize their performance under varying conditions:
Heat Strain Index (HSI): Measures the physiological effort required to cool the body. The greater the strain, the more impact it has on performance.
Heat Zones: Divides HSI into four levels, with Zone 3 (heat training zone) being the most beneficial for adaptation.
Heat Training Load: A daily score (0-10) tracking time spent in Zone 3. Optimal heat training involves 2–3 sessions per week, 45–60 minutes each.
Heat Adaptation Score: A 0-100% scale that quantifies an athlete’s heat adaptation over time, guiding them to peak thermal fitness.
Core and Skin Temperature: Monitors both metrics, as core temperature directly affects performance while skin temperature helps regulate it.
How Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team Uses CORE
We employ CORE to strategically train in heat and race smartly in extreme conditions:
Train Hot: Heat training is a powerful tool for adaptation, increasing plasma volume, reducing heart rate, and improving sweat response. By following CORE’s heat training protocols, our riders enhance their thermal fitness before key races. Our entire team at AlUla followed heat protocols in the weeks leading up to competition to ensure they were ready and competitive in warm conditions.
Race Cool: Monitoring the Heat Strain Index during races helps riders stay below performance-limiting thresholds. With real-time data, they can adjust pacing and cooling strategies to sustain peak performance.
Integrate with Sports Tech: Last season, we used CORE to implement heat protocols and study individual rider responses in various races. This data allowed us to tailor training for each athlete’s specific needs. This season, we will continue to use CORE in two main ways: to implement structured heat protocols and analyze physiological responses during races. By adapting our heat training based on real-world race data, we ensure our riders remain competitive in warm scenarios and maximize their performance.
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