James Wright

Southampton Solent University | SSU

Research suggests that critical power (CP) can be estimated from a single 3-min bout of all-out cycling. The purpose of this study was to investigate the reliability and validity of the 3-min all-out cycling test when carried out at a constant cadence (isokinetic) and against a fixed resistance (linear). 12 participants completed 8 tests: 1) a ramp...

The objective of this study was twofold: first to assess the effect of fatigue on two muscle strength ratios: the conventional ratio-H(con)/Q(con) and dynamic control ratio(DCR)-H(ecc)/Q(con) and second to assess the coactivation of hamstrings and quadriceps during isokinetic knee flexion/extension. Eight recreational football players (mean +/- SD...

The aim of this study was to examine the informational cues that male and female students perceive to be influential when developing initial impressions and expectancies of a lecturer. University students (n�752) rated the extent to which 30 informational cues influence their initial perceptions of a lecturer. Following exploratory factor analysis...

Purpose. This study examined whether the affective responses pre-, mid- and post- a single bout of Interactive Video Game Technology (IVGT), as well as the amount of energy expended, were comparable to those experienced during traditional physical activity. Methods. The randomised cross-over design saw each participant (n = 16 undergraduate studen...

Background: In endurance cycling, both high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training (SIT) have become popular training modalities due to their ability to elicit improvements in performance. Studies have attempted to ascertain which form of interval training might be more beneficial for maximising cycling performance as well...

The Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery – Level 1 (IR1) test is frequently used within professional soccer for the evaluation of a player’ physical performance; however, it’s exhaustive nature often limits the frequency of testing and the implementation of test results to coaching sessions. In replacement, it is suggested the sub-maximal 6-min Yo-Yo IR1 (Y...

The Hypoxico Everest Summit II Altitude Generator produces normobaric hypoxic conditions, which are commonly used in altitude acclimation. Despite being used routinely within applied sport science, this system is yet to be independently validated. Thus, the aim of this study was to explore within- and between-day inter- and intra-machine reliabilit...

BACKGROUND: There is currently limited evidence available to support the use of the isometric mid thigh pull (IMTP) within professional soccer. The aim of this study was to analyse the association between IMTP variables, with common markers of athletic performance capability. METHODS: Eleven professional development soccer players (age: 20 ± 2 year...

Word Count: 210 words Word Count: 1424 words (excluding headings and tables) Abstract The aims of this study were to 1) investigate the reliability of the Garmin Vector 3 (V3) pedals, and 2) compare power output and cadence between the Lode Excalibur Sport ergometer and the V3 pedals. Seven male cyclists completed six x 2-min sub-maximal cycling st...

Purpose: To (1) evaluate agreement between the PowerTap P1 (P1) pedals and the Lode Excalibur Sport cycle ergometer, (2) investigate the reliability of the P1 pedals between repeated testing sessions, and (3) compare the reliability and validity of the P1 pedals before (P10) and after (P1100) ∼100 h of use. Methods: Ten participants completed fo...

This study investigated the effect cadence has on the estimation of critical power (CP) and the finite work capacity (Wʹ) during the 3-minute all-out cycling test. Ten participants completed 8 tests: 1) an incremental test to calculate gas exchange threshold (GET), maximal aerobic power (MAP) and peak oxygen uptake (V̇O2peak), 2–4) three time-to-ex...