Date of Completion
5-7-2014
Embargo Period
5-7-2014
Advisors
Jeff S. Volek, PhD, RD; Carl M. Maresh PhD
Field of Study
Kinesiology
Degree
Master of Science
Open Access
Campus Access
Abstract
Described are the changes key performance indicators of rowers (N = 16; age 20 ± 1 years, rowing experience 4 ± 3 years, height 171.8 ± 4.8cm, weight 74.1 ± 10.2 kg) of an NCAA women’s varsity crew in an offseason training program. Participants made up both varsity eight and junior varsity eight person boats. All had been part of the varsity team for a minimum of one year. Squat maxes, vertical jump measurements, and watt test scores were taken over an 11- week training period. Squat maxes and watt test score were taken pre/ post. Vertical Jump was assessed multiple times throughout the semester. All measurements were taken as averages with 95% confidence intervals. Squat max improved significantly from pre to post values. Watt testing improved significantly from pre to post as well as between time points. Vertical jump only reached significance the fifth and seventh jump. Results of key performance indicators need to be further assessed to determine optimal boat performance.
Key Words: crew, watt test, strength, sports
Recommended Citation
Giacchino, Christopher, "Changes in Key Performance Indicators in an Off- Season Training Program in a NCAA DI Women’s Rowing Program" (2014). Master's Theses. 581.
https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/gs_theses/581
Major Advisor
William J. Kraemer, PhD