Aberdeen's endurance performance lab.
VO2 max and lactate testing, professional bike fitting, 1-2-1 swim coaching in our endless pool, run analysis and personalised triathlon coaching, all under one roof. Whether you're chasing your first finish line or a new PB, we have the science and the coaches to get you there.
Testing, coaching and analysis under one roof
From your first swim lesson to full physiological profiling, we have the expertise, equipment and data to help every endurance athlete improve. Pick where you want to start.
VO2 max, lactate & metabolic testing
Find out exactly where your fitness is, what's limiting you and how to train smarter. Stop estimating your training zones and start knowing them.
1-2-1 swim coaching in our endless pool
Personalised coaching with underwater video and propulsion analysis. Fix your technique, build confidence and swim faster at every distance, from beginners to club swimmers and triathletes.
Professional bike fitting in Aberdeen
Over 30 years of fitting experience. Ride with more comfort, more power and less injury risk on your road, gravel, TT or triathlon bike.
Run analysis & running economy
Biomechanical analysis, running economy testing and endurance running assessments to cut injury risk, improve efficiency and help you run faster for longer.
1-2-1 triathlon & endurance coaching
Sprint to Ironman and Celtman. Swim, bike and run training built around your physiology, your event and your life, with lab testing included in every plan.
Talk to the team
Free advice, no obligation. Tell us your goal and we'll point you to the right test, fit, analysis or coaching package.
Book a free consultationAlso at Total Endurance
The only testing centre in Scotland with coaching at its core
Most coaches coach. Most labs test. Most fitters fit. Total Endurance does all of it, and joins it up into one performance plan built around you.
01Everything connected
Your testing informs your coaching. Your bike fit complements your run analysis. Every service feeds one joined-up picture, not separate appointments with separate providers.
02Lab testing, not gym estimates
Our VO2 max, lactate and metabolic testing uses clinical-grade equipment. We explain the data in plain English and set your zones from your actual physiology, not a formula.
0330+ years of bike fitting
Ken Bryson has fitted cyclists and triathletes for over three decades. That depth of experience can't be replaced by an algorithm or a one-day certification.
04Personalised, every time
No generic plans. Everything is built around your schedule, your goals and your physiology, whether it's your first event or you're chasing a PB.
From first session to race day
Most athletes start with one service. Here's how it builds into a complete, data-driven performance plan.
Test and find your baseline
Get an objective picture of where you are. Data no app, watch or formula can estimate.
VO2 max testingLactate profilingOptimise position and movement
Remove the mechanical limiters before you train harder. A good fit and efficient movement help from day one.
Bike fittingRun gait analysisSwim video analysisTrain with a plan
Move into 1-2-1 coaching built around your test data, your event and your life outside training.
Triathlon coachingSwim coachingRace, retest, progress
Follow-up testing shows exactly what changed and where to focus next. Progress becomes measurable, not guesswork.
Plan your next blockCoaching with lab testing built in
Every coaching tier includes testing and analysis, so your training is built on your numbers from day one. In person in Aberdeen and Inverness, or online anywhere in Scotland.
Foundation
Bespoke plan, weekly check-ins, strength assessment and swim video analysis.
Development
Everything in Foundation plus two lactate tests a year and running economy.
Performance
Coached by Ken or Kevin, with bike and run testing twice a year.
Integrated Performance
Senior coach, bike and run lactate testing every quarter and a plan updated weekly.
Foundation and Development have a £100 sign-up that covers your strength assessment and swim analysis.
Real athletes. Real progress.
From Ironman finishers to first-time triathletes, here's what Total Endurance athletes say.
"I had 6 × 1-2-1 swim sessions over a few months to prepare for a long distance triathlon. Ruairidh has helped me immensely. I can now happily swim the distance with front crawl, which is what I set out to achieve."
"Ken was brilliant for my bike fit. He assessed what I needed, then talked through each adjustment, what he wanted to achieve and the physiology behind it. Bike feels like new!"
"Great experience doing lactate testing with Kevin. He explained everything clearly and gave in-depth analysis afterwards that will guide my future training. I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to improve."
Qualified coaches, decades of experience
Our coaches have worked with everyone from first-timers to Commonwealth Games athletes.
Kevin Watson
18 years of coaching, with deep knowledge of swim coaching, analysis and physiology testing. Leads our lab testing.
Ken Bryson
Over 30 years of coaching and bike fitting, working with everyone from beginners to Commonwealth Games competitors.
Ruairidh Carnegie
A competitive swimmer since age five who has worked with swimmers up to British Championships level. Runs many of our 1-2-1 swim sessions.
Calum McIntyre
Coaches triathletes across the Highlands in person and online. Multiple extreme triathlon finisher and qualified personal trainer.
Sean Murphy
Loves helping athletes push their limits, in racing and in personal growth.
Scott
Runs the strength assessment in every coaching tier, finding the weaknesses that hold back your swim, bike and run.
Questions athletes ask us
Where can I get VO2 max testing in Aberdeen?
At Total Endurance, 4 Old Meldrum Road, Aberdeen AB21 9DT. VO2 max tests start at £120 and can be done on our treadmill or on your own bike. You get your results explained straight after the test, with training zones set from your own physiology. See VO2 max testing.
How much does a bike fit cost in Aberdeen?
A professional road bike fit is £145, with TT and triathlon bike fits from £165 and bike sizing from £80. Fits are carried out by Ken Bryson, who has over 30 years of bike fitting experience. See bike fitting.
How much does triathlon coaching cost?
1-2-1 coaching starts at £99 a month (Foundation), with Development at £130, Performance at £180 and Integrated Performance at £265 a month. Every tier includes lab testing and analysis. Compare coaching tiers.
Do you coach beginners?
Yes. We coach everyone from people learning front crawl or training for their first sprint triathlon to Ironman, Celtman and Commonwealth Games athletes. Every plan is built around your current level and goals.
Do I need to live in Aberdeen to be coached?
No. We coach athletes all over Scotland online. Calum coaches in person from Inverness, and testing happens in our Aberdeen lab or we can bring it to you.
Can you help me learn front crawl for a triathlon?
Yes. Our 1-2-1 swim sessions in the endless pool are £80 for 60 minutes, with underwater video so you can see exactly what to fix. Many of our swimmers go from dreading the pool to completing their first triathlon swim. See swim coaching.
Do you offer VO2 max tests for medicals or offshore work?
Yes. We provide VO2 max medical testing for offshore, fire service and other occupational fitness requirements, from £150. See VO2 max medicals.
Where are you and when are you open?
We're at 4 Old Meldrum Road, Aberdeen AB21 9DT. We're open Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm, and closed Sunday and Monday. Call 01224 900 500 or email info@total-endurance.co.uk.
Find us in Aberdeen
Testing, fitting and swim coaching all happen at our lab in Aberdeen. We work with athletes across Aberdeenshire, the Highlands and the rest of Scotland.
- Address4 Old Meldrum Road
Aberdeen AB21 9DT - OpenTuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm
Closed Sunday and Monday - Phone01224 900 500
- Emailinfo@total-endurance.co.uk
Not sure where to start? Talk to a coach
Book a free consultation with one of our coaches. Tell us your event and your goal, and we'll tell you honestly what will make the biggest difference.
On the call we'll cover
- Where you are now and what's holding you back
- Whether testing, a bike fit, analysis or coaching suits you best
- When to test, based on your race calendar
- Which coaching tier fits your goals and budget
Fill in the form below and a coach will get back to you to arrange a time.
