Abstract
PURPOSE: This study evaluated the influence of simulated 20- and 40-km time trials upon postexercise inspiratory muscle function of trained competitive cyclists. In addition, we examined the influence of specific inspiratory muscle training (IMT) upon the responses observed. METHODS: Using a double-blind placebo-controlled design, 16 male cyclists (mean +/- SEM VO2max 64 +/- 2 mL.kg-1.min-1) were assigned randomly to either an experimental (IMT) or sham-training control (placebo) group. Maximum static and dynamic inspiratory muscle function was assessed immediately pre- and
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 785-792 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise |
| Volume | 34 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 May 2002 |
Keywords
- cycling
- ergogenic aid
- respiratory muscle