PREFERRED SADDLE HEIGHTS EFFECTS ON PEDALLING KINEMATICS AMONG SKILLED AND LESS SKILLED CYCLISTS

• DOI: 10.24191/mjssr.v18i2.19582
• Publication Date: 2022-09-12T06:03:48Z
• Authors: Hosni Hasan; Nukhairunnisatul ...; Sabri Taib; Mohd Syrinaz Azli; Mohd Azim Nural A...
• Keywords: Cadence; Saddle; Cycling; Perceived exertion; Time trial

The purpose of this study was to compare the movement kinematics between skilled and less cyclists based on their preferred saddle heights. 12 recreational were recruited for study, they required perform 10-minute cycling using own bike (mounted a trainer) which consists 4-minute warm-up, continue with 6-minute cycle at 90-100 rotations per minute height. Reflective markers placed joint involved such as hip, knee, ankle assess change in segment motion parallel 90° crank (3'o clock) during study. Additional variables cadence power (watt) recorded monitoring purposes. Results showed that there significant differences (p<0.05) hip range pedalling less-skilled cyclists. It can be concluded, significantly better performed by cyclist may due suitable height it might lead effectiveness efficiency.