Selected factors influencing the optimum backpack load for hiking
| Deutscher übersetzter Titel: | Ausgewaehlte Faktoren zur Beeinflussung der optimalen Belastung durch den Rucksack beim Wandern |
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| Autor: | Rorke, S.C. |
| Erschienen in: | South African journal for research in sport, physical education and recreation |
| Veröffentlicht: | 13 (1990), 2, S. 31-45, Lit. |
| Format: | Literatur (SPOLIT) |
| Publikationstyp: | Zeitschriftenartikel |
| Medienart: | Gedruckte Ressource |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| ISSN: | 0379-9069 |
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| Erfassungsnummer: | PU199205055008 |
| Quelle: | BISp |
Abstract
Backpacking is a popular recreational pursuit which, if correctly approached should prove to be enjoyable, safe and rewarding. The commonly quoted advice of carrying a third of body mass whilst hiking is critically examined, as are selected factors influencing the optimum load for hiking. Energy cost, heart rate and Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) responses at different relative speeds and loads are presented, which relate to a method for prospective hikers to determine and Acceptable Workload (AWL), within their respective physical capacities. Recommendations follow as to how groups may standardise load carried by individuals of variable statures, mass and physical working capacity, in order to ensure a more equitable distribution of effort for group travel. Verf.-Referat