In climbing training, the power-to-weight ratio has a greater impact. However, for flat-road sprints, weight is no longer the core influencing factor. Instead, air resistance and power output are more crucial. Power can be continuously improved through training, but it undoubtedly takes a certain amount of time to achieve results. In fact, there are also some cycling techniques and details that can quickly enhance your sprinting ability, thus rapidly making up for the lack of power.
Just like the sprinting master Mark Cavendish, his power output is not at the top level in the race. The reason why he can win is that he can stably transfer power while maintaining a relatively low posture.
Let's take a look at the sprinting techniques of the "Manx Missile":
1. Lower Posture
When sprinting, maintain a forward-leaning and low-crouching posture to reduce the air resistance in the frontal direction, which will make the sprint more efficient. However, at this time, it should be noted that this posture should be maintained on the basis of being able to pedal with all your strength, rather than ignoring your own power output for the sake of aerodynamics.
2. Strong Core and Strength
Strengthen your core strength training in daily life. Maintain your optimal posture in any situation. During the sprint, pull the lower part of the handlebars (to reduce wind resistance) to generate more power and output a higher power. Therefore, in addition to having strong thighs, don't neglect the strength of your upper body.
3. Forward Body Center of Gravity
When rocking the bike and sprinting, try to move your center of gravity forward. At the same time, keep your head down when it is safe to obtain a more favorable power output posture and minimize the impact of wind resistance on yourself.
4. Reserve Energy Before Sprinting
At any time and stage before launching a sprint, save your physical strength to the greatest extent possible. Reserve enough physical strength before the sprint, take advantage of the slipstream as much as you can, and conserve your energy. When launching the sprint, give it your all!
