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    Quote Originally Posted by Grog View Post
    p.s. I re-read your original message and it leaves me wondering if the HR data from anaerobic exercises (lifting weights, doing squats, running 100m, etc.) should be interpreted differently than that of aerobic exercise (cycling and running at "normal" pace).

    I was thinking that. I don't think the squats translate in any way to cycling. (ETA by this I mean the HR during the squats or any sort of weight lifting wouldn't translate to cycling HR.) The sprints on the other hand may. HR is definitely sport specific. And you can become very efficient at the sports you focus on.
    Last edited by maillotpois; 03-05-2008 at 07:57 AM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by maillotpois View Post
    I don't think the squats translate in any way to cycling.
    Just curious why you say that.

    See Emma Colson's article on pages 30-31.
    http://www.sma.org.au/publications/s...nt1-9final.pdf

    On page 31:

    Lower limb
    The gluteals are important for cycling. They can contribute to up to 30 per
    cent of the power of the pedal stroke. If the gluts are not functioning, the vastus lateralis and even the gastrocnemius on that side will do extra work. Leg press work, ensuring the gluteals are switched on at the top of each push, is relevant. Weighted squats can be a useful strength and power exercise for the cyclist. Care must be given with technique, in particular switching on the TA prior to loading (not bearing down), activating the
    gluteals and the vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) and then being smooth with the push. Care must be taken to assess the level of fatigue when doing very low reps; say, three repetitions maximum.
    Fred and Ed recommend them as part of early season prep:
    http://www.roadbikerider.com/DCtips.htm

    And Chris --
    http://outside.away.com/outside/body...-strength.html

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