PLoS One November 2017 PMID 29059198

Optimal stride frequencies in running at different speeds.

Ben T van Oeveren, Cornelis J de Ruiter, Peter J Beek, Jaap H van Dieën

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The discussion demonstrates interest in how optimizing stride frequency could influence heart rate and running efficiency, exemplified by the question about making sense of the relationship. The tone is inquisitive and tentative, focusing on understanding the practical implications rather than strong opinions or critiques.

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The posts show some curiosity about the relationship between cadence and heart rate, but do not explicitly agree or disagree with the findings.

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There is moderate interest as the discussion revolves around optimizing running efficiency, which appeals to runners or sports scientists.

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The discussions reflect initial curiosity and some questioning, indicating a level of thoughtful engagement but not deep analysis.

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The conversation remains exploratory without suggesting significant immediate changes or breakthroughs stemming from the research.

Abstract in brief

The study found that during running at different speeds, the relationship between stride frequency (SF) and heart rate (HR) follows a U-shaped (parabolic) pattern, indicating there is an optimal SF that minimizes HR, but this optimal SF did not significantly change with speed.
Inexperienced runners' self-selected stride frequencies (SFself) increased slightly as speed increased, but they remained below the optimal SF of approximately 83 strides per minute, suggesting they could reduce their heart rate by increasing their SFself.
Overall, the research implies that inexperienced runners may not need to adjust their SF as they run faster within the tested range, but optimizing SF could improve running efficiency by lowering energy expenditure and possibly improving biomechanics.]

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