In this second level of the Applied Biomechanics in Cycling course, we will delve deeper into the complete process of biomechanical study, how to put it into practice, the different analysis systems available today, and how to integrate all of this during the biomechanical study.
We will delve deeply into the assessment of the cyclist off the bike, gaining knowledge about the different tests that are currently performed for a comprehensive functional evaluation.
This course aims to provide students with all the tools to conduct a precise and rigorous biomechanical study applied to cycling.
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Instructor
Pablo Martínez Hortal
Licenciado en Ciencias de la actividad física y el deporte (Universidad de Granada). Master en deportes cíclicos (Universidad de Murcia). Master en investigación en actividad física (Universidad de Jaen).
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Complete functional assessment
• Joint Range of Motion assessment.
• Thomas Test.
• Flexibility Test.
• Basic foot assessment.
• Basic lumbar spine assessment. (common tests)
• Pelvic movements.
• Force assessment.
kinematic analysis
Kinematic Analysis. 2D Systems vs 3D Systems. Key differences. Advantages and disadvantages of their use. Major commercial systems: • Kinovea • Bike Fast Fit • Retül. • STT • SIMI.
On-bike settings
Main adjustments made on the bike and reference values: • Road. • MTB • TT (with and without UCI limitations) • Triathlon.
Inertial systems
Inertial systems used in the evaluation of the cyclist, both static and during pedalling.
Integration
Integration in the biomechanical study of the different analysis tools.
Saddle adjustment
• The saddle as the cornerstone of the position. • How to choose the ideal saddle? • Pressure systems. • Choice of saddle through the data provided. • Assessment of the pelvis using this system. • Main discomforts on the saddle and its repercussion on the rest of the team.