Research Study - Cycling biomechanics - Volunteers wanted.

[The Doctor]

MALE CYCLISTS WANTED FOR UCT RESEARCH

For a study evaluating the relationship between intrinsic factors, performance, comfort and economy in relation to static and dynamic whole body kinematics in cyclists.

Study outline

The study aims to provide information regarding the changes in the joint angles from a static to a dynamic position as well as recording the various cycling-related outcomes during an hour long cycle between recreational and elite cyclists.

Testing includes:

-        Laboratory visits to test peak oxygen consumption and other measurements

-        Two 60min steady state rides a week apart at 70% peak power output

-        EMG measurements, oxygen consumption and 3D joint angle ranges will be taken.

Those interested in participating should:

·       Males aged 18 to 45 years of age.

·       Recent Argus time of no longer than 4hrs30min.

·       Minimum training load of at least 4 hours per week on average in the 3 months preceding the trial.

·       No change to bicycle set-up in last three months, and be comfortable in current set-up.

·       Subjects will only be recruited if the relative peak power output produced during preliminary testing is greater than 3.6W/kg.

Benefits of participating in the study include:

 

·       A comprehensive report of all personal test results will be made available to each participant after the study.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 2015

 

If you are interested in taking part in the study and would like additional information, please contact:

Wendy Holliday

 

wendy@sciencetosport.com

Tel: 0742964274

[Wez-O]

What province/area is this in?

[VeloRacer]

Probably Cape Town, since the ad was placed by the good Doc who is based in Newlands

[Albatross]

Damn, too old!

[Cargyrl]

I am too weak. Ah well. 

[Thor Buttox]

What is 'relative peak power output' ? I can do about an hour at 3w/kg on a watt bike and would love to give this a bash, but that's all I know in terms of strength.

[dre]

What province/area is this in?

 

"UCT research" in the heading should give you a clue.