Key result
Intensified training decreased submaximal and peak heart rates, but these changes did not differ between functionally overreached and acute fatigued subjects (P=0.51).
Why the study?
The study was conducted to investigate whether changes in submaximal and maximal heart rate after intensified training are associated with changes in performance.
Is the change in submaximal heart rate after intensified training associated with changes in performance in amateur cyclists?
Observational (n=30)
Is the change in submaximal heart rate after intensified training associated with changes in performance in amateur cyclists?
p-value: p=0.51
Submaximal heart rate decreases after intensified training but does not correlate with performance changes, suggesting it is an inadequate metric for prescribing and monitoring intensified training.
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Submaximal heart rate changes should not guide training adjustments in cyclists; leaves open its utility for detecting overreaching.
Haaf et al. (2019) conducted an observational in Intensified training and fatigue (n=30). 8-day non-competitive amateur cycling event (intensified training) vs. Baseline (2 weeks pre-event) was evaluated on Difference in heart rate change between functionally overreached (FOR) and acute fatigued (AF) subjects (p=0.51). Intensified training decreased submaximal and peak heart rates, but these changes did not differ between functionally overreached and acute fatigued subjects (P=0.51).
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