The Effect of Upper Body Training on a Professional Cyclist's Performance

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Exercise Science

Mentor Information

Amy Crawley

Department

Movement Science

Location

Henry Hall Atrium 61

Start Date

11-4-2012 9:00 AM

Keywords

Health

Abstract

A cyclist may have a chiseled lower body but the concealed foundation of their power originates from their upper body. The purpose of this study was to create a periodized training program for a professional cyclist. Due to the long-term and high-power demands of cycling, it is important to have a well-researched training program. It has been proposed for a cyclist to perform at their best ability, it is vital to have a stable core, strong shoulders, and a high cadence. There is limited information about the stability of a cyclist's upper body and core strength. This presentation demonstrates a year-round training program focused on a cyclist's upper body in order for them to improve performance. Cyclists will benefit by obtaining a faster time due to the increase in strength and efficiency after they have completed this periodized training program.

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Apr 11th, 9:00 AM

The Effect of Upper Body Training on a Professional Cyclist's Performance

Henry Hall Atrium 61

A cyclist may have a chiseled lower body but the concealed foundation of their power originates from their upper body. The purpose of this study was to create a periodized training program for a professional cyclist. Due to the long-term and high-power demands of cycling, it is important to have a well-researched training program. It has been proposed for a cyclist to perform at their best ability, it is vital to have a stable core, strong shoulders, and a high cadence. There is limited information about the stability of a cyclist's upper body and core strength. This presentation demonstrates a year-round training program focused on a cyclist's upper body in order for them to improve performance. Cyclists will benefit by obtaining a faster time due to the increase in strength and efficiency after they have completed this periodized training program.