Physiological, Spatiotemporal, Anthropometric, Training, and Performance Characteristics of a 75-Year-Old Multiple World Record Holder Middle-Distance Runner.

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Date publication

novembre 2022

Journal

International journal of sports physiology and performance

Auteurs

Membres identifiés du Cancéropôle Est :
Pr LEPERS Romuald


Tous les auteurs :
Van Hooren B, Plasqui G, Lepers R

Résumé

This study assessed the cardiorespiratory capacity, anaerobic speed reserve, and anthropometric and spatiotemporal variables of a 75-year-old world-class middle-distance runner who previously obtained several European and world records in the age categories of 60-70 years, achieved 13 European titles and 15 world champion titles, and also holds several European records for the 75-year-old category.

Mots clés

aerobic exercise, aging, anaerobic speed reserve, master athlete, oxygen consumption, running

Référence

Int J Sports Physiol Perform. 2022 11 30;:1-5