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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sports Science

Background:

  • High-intensity interval training (HIT) is a popular training method for cyclists.
  • Optimal scheduling of HIT sessions remains an area of interest for performance enhancement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the effects of HIT performed on consecutive versus nonconsecutive days per week on key cycling performance metrics.
  • To assess improvements in VO2peak, peak aerobic power output (PPOa), and 5-km time trial (TT5k) performance.

Main Methods:

  • Fifteen trained cyclists underwent pre- and post-training assessments of VO2peak, PPOa, and TT5k performance.
  • Participants were divided into two groups: consecutive days (CD) and nonconsecutive days (NCD) for three weekly HIT sessions.
  • HIT sessions involved up to eight 2.5-minute intervals at 100% PPOa with active recovery.

Main Results:

  • Both CD and NCD HIT programs significantly improved VO2peak, PPOa, and TT5k performance.
  • No significant differences in performance improvements were observed between the CD and NCD groups.
  • While group averages showed improvements, individual responses to HIT training varied considerably.

Conclusions:

  • HIT is effective for improving cycling performance metrics, irrespective of daily training schedule (consecutive vs. nonconsecutive days).
  • The wide individual variability in response suggests that cyclists should personalize their HIT training schedules.
  • Experimentation with both training designs may help athletes identify the optimal protocol for their individual needs.