HighOctaneRide app for iPhone and iPad

High Octane Ride is a scientifically proven exercise system comprising an intelligent software system that controls a networked specialised bike, all enclosed within a privacy pod.  The rider, after logging in, simply gets on and follows the instructions on the console. The software does the rest.

A scientifically proven, high intensity training protocol has been programmed into the software.  The optimum resistance that will get the max power out of the user is calculated and automatically set. So, each session is personalized. The software provides real-time performance metrics and is intelligent: it will change the resistance up or down depending on user performance. It will also abort the ride if the user’s heart rate goes above the accepted limits.

The software is lovingly known as CAROL (cardiovascular optimization logic). Amongst others, it provides a valuable metric called Octane Score (OS), which is a measure of a person’s cardiovascular fitness.  The OS is a close approximation of a user’s VO2 Max - the current industry standard for measuring fitness.  The fitter you get, the higher your octane score.  

All performance data is captured in the cloud and accessed via smartphone or laptop.  League tables allow people to compete and social networking allows sharing of achievements.  While badges keep users motivated, the most important motivation comes from watching their fitness improve real-time.

Because each unit is networked, no matter where in the world the rider is, he/she can continue doing and capturing each workout.  

High Octane is short, sharp and scientifically proven. The protocol is 9 mins and 40 seconds in total comprising two twenty second sprints and three, three minute slow sessions.  The software system (CAROL) guides the user through each section so that he/she stays in the most appropriate zones for recovery and sprinting.

Because the sprints are so short, users do not get hot enough to sweat and hence they can do each ride in their office or leisure clothes - no shower necessary!

The protocol has been scientifically proven to improve insulin sensitivity by an average of 25% and cardiovascular fitness by an average of 15%.  Both these metrics mean people have a lower risk of getting chronic diseases and if they already have them, they can expect improvements.

To get the most out of each session, the same protocol as the scientific trials must be used and that is why we have developed High Octane Ride. The whole system is designed to make exercise as easy and convenient as possible. With the 10-minute session being the equivalent of a 45 min jog, what’s not to love? Visit www.highoctaneride.com for more information.