Now available the Issue 115 of SPORTRAINING magazine (July/August 2024), in digital format.
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Content:
In the section of TRIATHLON, «Short Distance Triathlon: factors that determine performance». In the triathlon that we call short distance, “sprint” (750 m swimming + 20 km cycling + 5 km running) and “Olympic” (1,500 m swimming + 40 km cycling + 10 km running), there is a series of factors, both technical and tactical, that condition and determine the final performance. We are going to analyze the most important ones of each of the three segments, but also of both transitions (T1 and T2), since, unlike the medium and long distance triathlon, where both transitions are links between swimming, cycling and running, in the short distance we can clearly speak of five segments: swimming + T1 + cycling + T2 + running, since both transitions are notably decisive both in the course and in the final result of the competition and, therefore , its correct technical and tactical execution, as well as its training, are essential in the training process of a triathlete.
Also in TRIATHLON, «The triathlon bike: questions and answers»The cycling segment of triathlon is mainly determined by the fact that it takes place just after the swim and just before the run, which gives it special characteristics that differentiate it from cycling. But it is also determined by the type of competition format, i.e. whether drafting is allowed or not. Based on this, what is the most suitable bike for competing in triathlon?
In CYCLING, «Interval Training (HIT): Progression of Multiple Short Intervals». In previous articles we have described and studied in depth the most relevant aspects of interval training or HIT (high intensity training or interval training), the intensity domains, the phases or large zones (Z1, Z2 and Z3) and the power model. critical, as well as physiological variables such as the maximum lactate level in stable state or MLSS (maximal lactate steady state) and performance metrics commonly used by coaches and athletes such as the functional threshold power or FTP (functional threshold power).
In TRAIL RUNNING, «Influence of ballast on power generation and biomechanics». In trail running races, runners must carry all their equipment during competitions, which changes the way they run. Thanks to the new running pedometers, it is possible to further analyze key metrics and learn how running with additional weight affects power generation and other crucial biomechanical factors, providing valuable information to improve performance and technique in competition.
In PHYSICAL TRAINING, «Multi-jumps as a training method for the long-distance runner». Multi-jumps are an excellent way to improve and maintain a runner’s strength if they are performed following appropriate guidelines within the program, contributing to improved performance and injury prevention. However, due to the joint overloads they imply, it is essential to perform them with a good level of general strength as well as using a correct technique in order not to generate overloads that promote injuries. With multi-jump work, all manifestations of strength can be improved, but if there are previous deficiencies, these will limit development and even promote the appearance of injuries.
In PHYSIOLOGY, «Myths about lactate». Lactate is one of the main classic markers of exercise energy metabolism. It began to be measured and studied as lactic acid at the beginning of the 20th century. Later, in the 70s, Fitts and Holloszy (1976) called it one of the factors of muscle fatigue associated with a drop in pH, causing acidosis in response to exercise. From these studies, a multitude of opinions, evaluations and beliefs were developed about lactate, its consumption, its production and its metabolization in the field of exercise. That is why all of them must be scientifically evaluated from a metabolic and scientific point of view.
In NUTRITION, «Nutrition and cycling»Nutrition is possibly the area where the greatest emphasis is being placed on improving the performance of athletes. There is no doubt that other areas such as psychology, physiology, biomechanics, sports medicine, etc. play a significant role in improving performance and are at the forefront of athlete training, but it is in nutrition where a great qualitative leap has been taking place in recent years.
Also in NUTRITION, «Plant-based diets for athletes: fad or reality?. The legendary Carl Lewis was a nine-time Olympic medalist and won 10 world championships, being considered one of the best athletes of the last century. The athlete stated that it was during the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, when he began to explore new ways of eating that led him to gradually begin to adopt a vegetarian diet, implying that part of his sporting success and improved health was due to the progressive adoption of this dietary pattern. Carl Lewis has actively defended this type of diet, being an example of how a plant-based diet can perfectly support the performance of an elite athlete. But he is not the only one and probably not the first athlete to become vegan.
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2024-06-30 10:01:22
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