Changing relative crank angle increases the metabolic cost of leg cycling
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DOI: 10.1007/s00421-017-3691-0
Abstract: PurposeHistorically, the efficiency of leg cycling has been difficult to change. However, arm cycling research indicates that relative crank angle changes can improve efficiency. Therefore, we investigated if leg cycling with different relative crank angles… read more here.
Keywords: crank; crank angle; relative crank; leg cycling ... See more keywords
Kinematics of Backward Standing Starts in Elite Cyclists: The Effect of Initial Crank Angle.
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DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2021.2009109
Abstract: Purpose: In modern sprint cycling competitions, the athletes perform a preparatory movement that consists in reaching the backmost standing position, quickly accelerating the body forward at the starting signal. The purpose of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: backward standing; crank angle; kinematics; elite cyclists ... See more keywords