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  • Sports Science
  • Biomechanics
  • Human Physiology

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  • Cycling research often overlooks upper limb function and posture-specific fatigue.
  • Amateur cyclists require guidance on balancing aerodynamics and physiological demands.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Examine the relationship between aerodynamic drag and upper limb muscle activity.
  • Identify optimal cycling postures for amateur cyclists.
  • Balance aerodynamic efficiency with physiological demands.

Main Methods:

  • Nine male recreational cyclists tested in wind tunnel and EMG sessions.
  • Measured drag area and surface electromyography (EMG) of six upper body muscles.
  • Assessed drops and hoods hand positions across ten forearm angles.

Main Results:

  • Linear relationship found between aerodynamic drag and composite EMG (R2 > 0.9).
  • Lower forearm angles reduced drag but increased muscle activity.
  • Specific muscles (e.g., biceps brachii, triceps brachii) showed increased activation in more crouched postures.

Conclusions:

  • Reduced drag correlates linearly with increased upper limb muscle activation.
  • Drops hand position is more effective for crouched postures; hoods optimize upright postures.
  • Findings guide cyclists in selecting postures for specific conditions to balance aerodynamics and physiological load.