Assessing the validity of the heart rate- speed index in swimmers

The purpose of this study is to determine if a heart rate-speed index can assess training adaptations or determine how an athlete is responding to their training over 16 weeks of swimming training.

Previously it has been used as a valid measure in runners. It uses the relationship between heart rate and speed to determine how an athlete is responding to exercise. It is based off the well-known phenomenon; as an athlete adapts their heart rate will decrease for the same intensity.

Participant benefits

You will receive a heart rate monitor to use for the duration of the study. You will also have access to all  training data and be able to monitor your  swimming training and performance tests.

Eligibility

• Healthy and aged 18-55yrs old
• Have a competition planned – training towards a goal
• Complete a minimum of three training sessions per week
• Attend a swimming squad in Brisbane local area
• Have two plus years swimming training experience
• Be willing to have their training monitored for 16 weeks

Not eligible:

• Any current injuries
• Any medications or conditions that effect heart rate.

Register your interest

Jennifer O’Sullivan – PhD Student: jennifer.osullivan@uq.edu.au

Mark Connick – Lead Investigator: m.connick@uq.edu.au

This study has been approved by The University of Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee [Approval No. 2019002786]