What Do Epoc Numbers Mean

EPOC. Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption

What does a high EPOC mean?

EPOC (the Afterburn Effect) Defined EPOC refers to the elevation in metabolism (rate that calories are burned) after an exercise session ends. The increased metabolism is linked to increased consumption of oxygen, which is required to help the body restore and return to its pre-exercise state. … Elevated heart rate.

What is PTE and EPOC?

Training Effect is based Activity Class, which is a representation of how much exercise is routinely performed. (Suunto call this “Peak Training Effect” or PTE.) EPOC. … This EPOC is how much extra oxygen the body requires while recovering from strenuous exercise.