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Ten-second maximal pedaling power as a representative measure for assessing sprint performance
Takaya Yoshimoto1, Yohei Takai2, Hiroyasu Tsuchie3
1Japan Institute of Sports Sciences, Tokyo, Japan - takaya.yoshimoto1002@gmail.com.
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
|April 17, 2019
Summary
Maximal anaerobic pedaling power relative to body mass is key for male sprinters' maximal velocity and acceleration. This physiological measure effectively predicts sprint performance, offering a valuable assessment tool.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Physiology
- Athletic Performance
Background:
- Limited understanding of physiological contributions to sprint velocity and acceleration.
- Need to identify key physiological predictors of sprint performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between physiological variables and sprint performance.
- To determine which physiological factors best predict maximal sprinting velocity and acceleration ability.
Main Methods:
- Twenty-six male sprinters completed two 60-m sprints.
- Maximal sprint velocity (Vmax) and 4-second sprint distance (D4) measured using laser device.
- Physiological variables included body composition, jump performance, and 10-s maximal anaerobic pedaling power.
Main Results:
- All physiological variables, except anthropometrics, significantly correlated with Vmax and D4.
- Multiple regression identified 10-s maximal anaerobic pedaling power relative to body mass as the sole significant predictor for Vmax and D4.
Conclusions:
- 10-s maximal anaerobic pedaling power relative to body mass is a strong indicator of sprint performance.
- This physiological metric can serve as a representative measure for assessing male sprinters' capabilities.
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