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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Cycling Performance

Background:

  • The Heart Rate Deflection Point (HRDP) is a physiological marker used in training.
  • Understanding sustained exercise demands is crucial for optimizing athletic performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the HRDP using the Conconi test method in trained cyclists.
  • To evaluate the ability to sustain exercise within a stable HR range around the HRDP for 90 minutes.
  • To analyze physiological and motor parameters during this long-duration exercise.

Main Methods:

  • Ten trained male cyclists had their HRDP determined via the Conconi test.
  • Participants performed 90 minutes of continuous cycling at a stable HR (HRDP +/- 5 bpm) in a controlled environment.
  • Heart rate, power output, blood lactate, blood glucose, and body temperature were monitored.

Main Results:

  • Participants reached their HRDP within the first 5 minutes, requiring physiological adjustments.
  • After 30 minutes, physiological and motor variables stabilized and remained consistent throughout the 90-minute exercise.
  • Blood lactate levels remained stable, not significantly differing from 4 mmol/L after 30 minutes.

Conclusions:

  • The HRDP is an effective auxiliary tool for prescribing and controlling sports training.
  • Maintaining exercise within the HRDP range ensures stable power output and physiological parameters.
  • This method supports sustained threshold-level training for endurance athletes.