Effects of Core Strength Training on Maximal Trunk Muscle Strength and Cycling Economy in Female Mountain Bikers

Eight weeks of global TMS training improved maximal isometric trunk flexor, extensor strength and lateral bike displacement in female MTB athletes. These findings suggest that off-season TMS training may improve MTB performance.

Authors

Jana Strahler (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0077-508X)
Roland Blechschmied
Urs Granacher

Institutions

University of Freiburg (DE)

Publication Details

Journal: Sports Medicine - Open
Published: 2026-03-09
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40798-026-00996-0
Primary Topic: Sports Performance and Training
Type: article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 0.00

Funders

Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg

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Effects of Core Strength Training on Maximal Trunk Muscle Strength and Cycling Economy in Female Mountain Bikers

Jana Strahler, Roland Blechschmied, Urs Granacher

Mar 9, 2026

Sports Medicine - Open

Sports Performance and Training

article

Effects of Core Strength Training on Maximal Trunk Muscle Strength and Cycling Economy in Female Mountain Bikers

Jana Strahler, Roland Blechschmied, Urs Granacher

March 9, 2026article en

Abstract

Sports Medicine - OpenVol. 12(1)

University of Freiburg (DE)

Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg

Openalex Percentile: Top 30%

Sports Performance and Training

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Effects of Core Strength Training on Maximal Trunk Muscle Strength and Cycling Economy in Female Mountain Bikers — Jana Strahler, Roland Blechschmied, et al. · Sports Medicine - Open (2026) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS