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Ryan S Alcantara1, Cara M Wall-Scheffler1,2
1Department of Biology, Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Washington, United States of America.
Plos One
|July 4, 2017
Summary
Stroller running impacts speed and stride length, but not energy cost. Different pushing techniques affect running form and speed, suggesting varied fitness benefits for parents exercising with their child.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Physiology
- Parental Fitness
Background:
- Stroller running offers parents exercise opportunities near their children.
- Early parenthood can lead to health declines, making exercise crucial.
- Understanding stroller running's biomechanical and physiological effects is vital for evaluating its health impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential changes in energetic cost and lower-limb kinematics during stroller running.
- To compare three common stroller pushing methods: 2-Hands, 1-Hand, and Push/Chase.
Main Methods:
- Sixteen participants (10 male, 6 female) ran 800m at self-selected speeds.
- Data collected under three stroller conditions and a control (no stroller).
- Evaluated speed, stride length, energetic cost, and heart rate.
Main Results:
- Stroller running significantly decreased speed and stride length compared to unencumbered running.
- No significant changes in energetic cost or heart rate were observed.
- Pushing method significantly affected running speed and stride length.
Conclusions:
- Pushing technique influences stroller running speed and kinematics.
- Implementing different stroller pushing methods may lead to specific fitness adaptations.
- Stroller running can be a viable exercise option for parents, with technique influencing outcomes.
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