The aim of the research project is to investigate pacing strategies adopted by cyclists as well as to determine the subjective factors involved in selecting, and making alterations to, the chosen. We also aim to investigate cyclists psychological response to exercise. The testing will take place at the UCT/MRC Exercise Science and Sports Medicine Research Unit, located at Sports Science in Newlands. We are looking for male cyclists: * between the ages of 18 and 40 years; * who are training at least nine hours per week, with an Argus Cycle Tour performance time in the last 2 years of 3h00-4h00; * who are, if possible, familiar with laboratory testing procedures; and * who must preferably be available both during the week and on the weekend. Cyclists are required to visit the laboratory on five separate occasions for: * preliminary analysis to determine anthropometric measurements and complete a 40 km familiarization time-trial; * four maximal 40 km time-trials, separated by a minimum of three and a maximum of seven days - all time-trials will be performed in the laboratory. In return, cyclists will receive: * a comprehensive report of their anthropometric assessments, useful performance parameters and performance data collected during the time-trials; * an opportunity to train indoors during the hot summer! If you are available from the 1st of November 2010 through to the 31st of March 2011, interested in taking part in the study, and would like additional information, please contact: Mr. Harry Hill h.hill2@ugrad.unimelb.edu.au
