The role of physique, strength and endurance in the achievements of elite climbers

• DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0182026
• Publication Date: 2017-08-03T13:45:48Z
• Authors: Mariusz Ozimek; Robert Rokowski; Paweł Draga; Vladimir Ljakh; Tadeusz Ambroży; Marcin Krawczyk; Tomasz Ręgwelski; Arkadiusz Stanula; Karol Görner; Adam Jurczak; Dariusz Mucha
• Keywords: Climbing; Circumference

Purpose The primary aim of this study is to determine the principal somatic and motor determinants for elite climbers. Methods Twenty climbers were examined [age: 28.5±6.1 years].The runners divided into two groups based on their climbing level, according International Rock Climbing Research Association (IRCRA). Elite represented a 8b-8c Rotpunkt (RP) level (n = 6), advanced an 7c+-8a RP 14). following measurements assessed: height, weight, lean body mass, upper limb length, arm span, forearm, arm, thigh calf circumference. BMI, Rohrer ratio, Ape Index also measured. tests specific test finger strength, strength test, muscle endurance (hanging from 2.5 4 cm ledges). In addition, pull ups used measure resistance fatigue. Results recorded significantly higher values than (129.08 vs. 111.54 kg; t(18) 2.35, p 0.03) (33.17 25.75 ups; 2.54, 0.02). circumference was lower in that (34.75 36.93 cm; 3.50, 0.003). Conclusion results suggest have greater