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.
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.