The Real Science of Sport Podcast
Science of Sport Spotlight 5: The Research Studies That Shaped Sports Science Knowledge
Jul 11, 2024
Delving into influential sports science papers, the hosts discuss concepts like oxygen debt, lactate shuttle, and pacing strategies. They explore the central governor theory, controversial theories on exercise fatigue, and the regulation of pacing strategy in athletic competition. The podcast also challenges the efficacy of altitude training in elite athletes.
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- A.V. Hill's foundational paper introduced key concepts like oxygen debt and VO2 max in exercise physiology.
- The central governor theory challenges traditional fatigue models, emphasizing brain-controlled regulation in pacing strategies during athletic performance.
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Historical Insights from Essential Sports Science Papers
Essential sports science papers from the last century have paved the way for modern understanding of exercise physiology. The foundational paper by A.V. Hill in 1923 explored concepts like oxygen debt, VO2 max, and steady-state exercise, setting the stage for ongoing exercise physiology discussions. Hill's innovative use of Douglas bags for oxygen analysis remains a fundamental method in the field.
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