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My name is Suzie Snyder, I am a graduate student at Springfield College
(MA). I am a triathlete and a strength and conditioning coach
interested in different training techniques for the sport of Triathlon.
I am looking for male triathletes to volunteer to be a part of my
study!
Criteria for participation: Have been training/competing in triathlon
for 2 years, train 10 hours/week during competitive season, not
currently performing plyometric exercises.
Please contact me As Soon As Possible if interested at [email protected]
or (518)810-3943.
The purpose of my research project is to determine the effects of
plyometric training on triathlon performance.
The approximate number of subjects involved in this project will be
ten. All subjects will be male. Your participation in this project will
entail approximately two, two hour testing sessions, six weeks apart.
Approximately five subjects will perform a plyometric training program
for six weeks.
The procedures to be used include the following:
1. You will be required to refrain from any strenuous exercise the day
prior to testing.
2. Immediately prior to testing, an orientation session will be given
to familiarize you with the test equipment and techniques to be used.
3. At the first testing session, you will perform a 20-meter sprint
test for speed and a five-bound test for distance to evaluate anaerobic
power production. Following the anaerobic tests, you will conduct an
indoor triathlon time trial. You will set up your own bicycle on an
indoor trainer and all transition gear prior to beginning the test. The
0.5 mile swim will be performed in the pool, followed by a short
transition run to the bicycle set-up. You will immediately perform a
stationary 12.4 mile bike ride, and then conclude the test with a 3.1
mile treadmill run. All tests should be performed to the best of your
ability. You have the right to terminate the test at any time.
4. If you are assigned to the experimental group, an orientation
session will be held to familiarize you with the training protocol.
Upon demonstrating satisfactory performance of all exercises, you will
be allowed to carry out the exercise program on your own.
5. After six weeks you will return to the testing site for the second
testing session.
6. The second testing session will consist of the same procedures as
the first session.
7. The Experimental Program will consist of simple sprint
and jump exercises to be performed 3 days/week for six weeks.
II. The Risks and Safeguards
The risks of this project are minimal. When participating in strenuous
exercise there is always a risk of muscle soreness, fatigue or injury.
Personnel certified in first aid, CPR and AED will be present
throughout the testing procedures and orientation sessions.
III. Benefits
The benefits of participation in this project include gaining knowledge
about beneficial training methods and techniques. The knowledge gained
through participation in this study may be used to improve triathlon
training and performance.
(MA). I am a triathlete and a strength and conditioning coach
interested in different training techniques for the sport of Triathlon.
I am looking for male triathletes to volunteer to be a part of my
study!
Criteria for participation: Have been training/competing in triathlon
for 2 years, train 10 hours/week during competitive season, not
currently performing plyometric exercises.
Please contact me As Soon As Possible if interested at [email protected]
or (518)810-3943.
The purpose of my research project is to determine the effects of
plyometric training on triathlon performance.
The approximate number of subjects involved in this project will be
ten. All subjects will be male. Your participation in this project will
entail approximately two, two hour testing sessions, six weeks apart.
Approximately five subjects will perform a plyometric training program
for six weeks.
The procedures to be used include the following:
1. You will be required to refrain from any strenuous exercise the day
prior to testing.
2. Immediately prior to testing, an orientation session will be given
to familiarize you with the test equipment and techniques to be used.
3. At the first testing session, you will perform a 20-meter sprint
test for speed and a five-bound test for distance to evaluate anaerobic
power production. Following the anaerobic tests, you will conduct an
indoor triathlon time trial. You will set up your own bicycle on an
indoor trainer and all transition gear prior to beginning the test. The
0.5 mile swim will be performed in the pool, followed by a short
transition run to the bicycle set-up. You will immediately perform a
stationary 12.4 mile bike ride, and then conclude the test with a 3.1
mile treadmill run. All tests should be performed to the best of your
ability. You have the right to terminate the test at any time.
4. If you are assigned to the experimental group, an orientation
session will be held to familiarize you with the training protocol.
Upon demonstrating satisfactory performance of all exercises, you will
be allowed to carry out the exercise program on your own.
5. After six weeks you will return to the testing site for the second
testing session.
6. The second testing session will consist of the same procedures as
the first session.
7. The Experimental Program will consist of simple sprint
and jump exercises to be performed 3 days/week for six weeks.
II. The Risks and Safeguards
The risks of this project are minimal. When participating in strenuous
exercise there is always a risk of muscle soreness, fatigue or injury.
Personnel certified in first aid, CPR and AED will be present
throughout the testing procedures and orientation sessions.
III. Benefits
The benefits of participation in this project include gaining knowledge
about beneficial training methods and techniques. The knowledge gained
through participation in this study may be used to improve triathlon
training and performance.
