Abstract

A group of 27 subjects followed individual training programs on the bicycle ergometer for 8 weeks. The training programs were varied as to the intensity (50, 75 or 100 of the work rate that could be sustained the set time), frequency (1, 3 or 5 times per week), and duration (15, 60 or 120 minutes). After 4 weeks training, adjustments based on the increase in work capacity were made for the individual work rates. Analysis of the results showed that the most important factor was the intensity of training, but frequency and duration could also be shown to be of significant importance. Some improvement of both short (Wmax 6 min) and prolonged (Wmax 90 min) work capacity was achieved even with the easiest program, but the greatest improvements followed training with maximum intensity, frequency and duration. There was no significant relationship between initial work capacity and improvement, even if the influence of the intensity, frequency or duration of training was eliminated. Verf.-Referat