Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
Strength and Conditioning Journal
Publisher
National Strength and Conditioning Association / Wolters Kluwer
School
School of Medical and Health Sciences
RAS ID
39718
Abstract
Alpine ski racing requires high levels of isometric, eccentric, and concentric muscle actions through wide ranges of hip, knee, and ankle mobility. The course duration of ∼ 40 seconds for slalom racing to upward of 2.5 minutes for downhill racing necessitates high levels of anaerobic endurance, aerobic power, and force production to be successful. In addition, due to the highly technical skill aspect of ski racing, neuromuscular coordination is of utmost importance. This review identifies the most effective performance testing methods for alpine ski racing, as well as highlighting their relevance to the physiological parameters of the sport.
DOI
10.1519/SSC.0000000000000587
Comments
This is a non-final version of an article published in final form in Pritchard, J. J. (2021). Fitness testing parameters for alpine ski racing. Strength and Conditioning Journal, 43(2), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0000000000000587
Pritchard, J. J. (2021). Fitness testing parameters for alpine ski racing. Strength and Conditioning Journal, 43(2), 1-6.
https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0000000000000587