Impact of rider position and pedalling cadence on power output and bilateral asymmetry in indoor cycling

This study examines the effects of pedalling cadence and the rider's position on power output and pedalling asymmetry during indoor cycling. METHODS: Participants were 25 male indoor cycling instructors (32.4±4.8 years; 75.7±4.9 kg; 174±4.2 cm) with at least 3 years of cycling experience. In a single session, participants completed 9 training intervals consisting of different combinations of position (standing, sitting), pedalling cadence (75, 100, 120 rpm) and training intensity (75, 80, 85% maximum heart rate, HRmax). RESULTS: During standing intervals, power output was lower (132.4±72.6 W vs 197.5±53.5 W; p