Cadel evans Flashcards
case study 1:
cadel evans- professional road cyclist
general classification, climbing, and time trials
muscular system
legs provided the power needed for pedalling.
muscles included
quadriceps
hamstrings
glutes
calves
skeletal system
supported proper posture and stability on the bike.
key joints
hip
knee joints
ankle
Smaller joints:
wrists
elbows- supported steering and shock absorption.
hip
his hip joints allowed for a wide range of motion
knee
knee joints enabled powerful pedaling through bending and straightening (flexion and extension)
ankle
ankle joints helped push and stabilize the foot on each stroke.
wrist and elbow
Smaller joints in the wrists and elbows supported steering and shock absorption.
cardiovascular system?
major role in endurance, delivering oxygenated blood to muscles during long and intense rides
respiratory system?
bring in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide, helping him recover and stay energized
nervous system?
controlled balance, coordination, and quick reaction time
digestive system?
fueled his performance- food into energy, diet focused on carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats.
slow twitch
slow-twitch fibers in his legs for endurance, sustained power during climbs and long races,
fast twitch
Fast-twitch fibers during short bursts of acceleration and sprints.
