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Construction of Constant-Load (Isotonic) and Constant-Velocity (Isokinetic) Torque-Velocity-Power Profiles In vivo for the Rat Plantar Flexors

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Joint-specific power absorption during eccentric cycling.

Steven J Elmer¹, Matthew L Madigan, Paul C LaStayo

¹Department of Exercise and Sport Science, The University of Utah, 250 S. 1850 E., Salt Lake City, UT 84112, USA. steve.elmer@utah.edu

Clinical Biomechanics (Bristol, Avon)

|November 26, 2009

Summary

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Eccentric cycling primarily uses knee and hip joint actions to absorb power, consistent with concentric cycling. This enhances knee extensor function and hip muscle size, aiding rehabilitation.

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Area of Science:

Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology

Background:

Eccentric cycling is known to increase muscle size and strength.
Joint-specific power absorption strategies during eccentric cycling remain unidentified.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify the joint-specific actions responsible for power absorption during eccentric cycling.

Main Methods:

Eight active males performed eccentric cycling at 60 rpm and 20% of maximal concentric power.
Pedal forces and joint kinematics were recorded to calculate joint powers using inverse dynamics.

Main Results:

The knee absorbed 58% of the power, followed by the hip (29%) and ankle (10%).
Key power-absorbing actions included eccentric knee extension, eccentric hip extension, and eccentric hip flexion.

Conclusions:

Eccentric cycling utilizes combined knee and hip joint actions, similar to concentric cycling.
Findings support eccentric cycling's benefits for knee extensor function and hip muscle hypertrophy.
Results suggest potential for eccentric cycling in clinical rehabilitation settings.