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STRENGTH TRAINING AND SPRINT CYCLING

Sleivert, G. G., Backus, R. D., & Wenger, H. A. (1995). The influence

of sequenced strength-sprint training on multi-joint power

acquisition. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 27(5),

Supplement abstract 1013.

Several types of training: (a) single-joint strength, ( multi-joint

strength, and © sprint training, were evaluated for their effect on

5 sec power production on a cycle ergometer in untrained cyclists.

Pre-training, after eight weeks of strength training, and after a

further six weeks of cycle sprint training, served as evaluation

phases.

The strength training groups improved their strength on the training

activities (10 rep max test) by 41-44%. All groups increased cycle

power output (4-7%). When sprint-training alone was performed by all

groups, further increases in power and nerve conduction velocity

occurred.

There was little difference in adaptation between single-joint and

multi-joint strength training programs. Strength and sprint training

were equally effective in increasing power output. Sequenced strength-

sprint training provided no benefit over sprint training alone.

Implication. For sprint training in untrained cyclists, the addition

of a strength training program to a sprint training program provided

no advantage or benefit over a sole sprint training program.

When untrained individuals start a sport and undergo significant

change training, the addition of extra strength training does not

enhance performance improvements.

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