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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Self-Control Strength Training

Background:

  • Self-control is a finite resource that can be depleted by cognitive tasks.
  • Previous research suggests self-control strength can be trained, but its impact on physical performance is less understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effects of two weeks of self-control strength training on maximal cardiovascular exercise performance.
  • To determine if training self-control strength enhances tolerance for maximal effort exercise.

Main Methods:

  • Forty-one participants underwent a cognitive self-control depletion task (Stroop task) and a maximal graded cycling test.
  • Participants were randomized into a training group (isometric handgrip exercises twice daily) or a control group.
  • Follow-up involved a Stroop task (time-matched or trial-matched) and another maximal graded cycling test.

Main Results:

  • A significant interaction between training and time indicated improvements in cycling performance for the training groups.
  • Cycling performance increased in both training groups across sessions.
  • Performance declined in the time-matched control group and remained unchanged in the trial-matched control group.

Conclusions:

  • Isometric handgrip training enhances self-control strength.
  • This enhanced self-control strength translates to improved maximal cardiovascular exercise performance.
  • Self-control strength training may improve tolerance for exercise at maximal effort levels.