摘要
Purpose. To demonstrate the applicability of the power balance model to elite handcycling and to obtain values for gross efficiency (GE).
Methods. Four members of the Dutch Paralympic team performed trials on a 250-m indoor track. Velocity (v) and power output (PO) were measured in conjunction with physiological measures to obtain values for GE. The data were used to construct and validate a power balance model of handcycling.
Results. The empirically derived relationship between PO and velocity was: PO = 0.20vConclusion. Handcycling performance can successfully be modelled with a power balance model. The model provides insight into the magnitude of power production and dissipation during elite handcycling. Handcycling is a relatively efficient upper body mode of propulsion with associated high metabolic demand at race velocities.
- 出版日期2010