Title: A Single Test for Assessing Maximum Aerobic and Anaerobic Performance Capacity of Competitive Cyclists
Abstract: This research employed a single-session protocol using a cycle ergometer to assess peak aerobic and peak and mean anaerobic performance capacity of racing cyclists. The Wingate test, using a resistance of 0.075 kp per kg of body weight, was used to determine anaerobic performance. This was either preceded or followed by, and continuous with, a progressive evaluation of aerobic ability using a set pedaling rate of 80 rpm, a 1-kp resistance initially, a 2-kp resistance after the first minute, and 0.25-kp increases every 30 sec thereafter. Results indicated that neither aerobic performance, as measured by peak oxygen uptake, nor anaerobic performance, as measured by peak and mean power output, were negatively affected using the single, continuous protocol, provided that the aerobic test preceded the anaerobic test.