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Maximal anaerobic power, measured by a short bicycle test, significantly correlates with speed skating performance. However, bicycle tests have limited predictive value for ice skating power output.

Area of Science:

Sports Science
Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology

Background:

Assessing maximal power output is crucial for optimizing athletic performance.
Understanding the relationship between cycling and skating power can inform training strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare maximal power output in cycling versus skating.
To investigate correlates of skating performance, including cycling ability and technique.

Main Methods:

Twenty-five elite speed skaters underwent two maximal cycling tests (30-second and 2.5-minute) and 500m/1500m ice skating races.
Calculated skating power from friction losses; analyzed stroke frequency and knee angle.

Main Results:

Skating power was 344W (500m) and 283W (1500m).

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30-second cycling power (P30C) showed the highest correlation with skating power (r=0.78-0.85).

Combined cycling power and stroke frequency explained 85-90% of skating power variance.

Conclusions:

Interindividual differences in speed skating performance are substantially linked to anaerobic power capacity.
While correlated, bicycle tests offer low predictive value for actual speed skating performance.