Abstract
A sprint kayaking specific deterministic model was used to identify key performance related technique factors using data from 12 international-level kayakers. There was large variability in the strength of the between-factor relationships across the group. The pull phase was split into 3 components with the 1st phase contributing the most to increases in boat velocity and the 3rd phase causing a decrease in velocity. The propulsive impulse had the largest influence on velocity, but the magnitude of the impact was moderated by
blade slip. Large propulsive impulses in the 3rd phase of the pull were associated with larger decreases in velocity. The results show that the model can be used to identify key technique factors on an individual level, although the use of the model should be confirmed on additional kayakers before being used in an applied setting by practitioners.
blade slip. Large propulsive impulses in the 3rd phase of the pull were associated with larger decreases in velocity. The results show that the model can be used to identify key technique factors on an individual level, although the use of the model should be confirmed on additional kayakers before being used in an applied setting by practitioners.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 3 Jul 2015 |
| Event | 33rd International Conference on Biomechanics in Sports - University of Poitiers, Poitiers, France Duration: 29 Jun 2015 → 3 Jul 2015 |
Academic conference
| Academic conference | 33rd International Conference on Biomechanics in Sports |
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| Country/Territory | France |
| City | Poitiers |
| Period | 29/06/15 → 3/07/15 |
Keywords
- Deterministic model
- Biomechanics
- Performance