Effects Of Sprint Interval Training on Physical Working Capacity at Pain Intensity Threshold (PWCPIT)
Why is this research being done?
This study is experimental and aims to find out if a short, intense biking program can improve the amount of work someone can do before they start to feel pain.
How long will the research last and what will I need to do?
We expect that you will be in this research study for 7 or 13 sessions, each separated by 48 – 72 hours. You will be randomly assigned the treatment or control group after the second visit, based on your performance from the graded exercise test. This will approximately take 4 – 5 weeks to complete. The first visit will take approximately 1 hour. Visits 2 – 13 will take approximately 45 minutes each. You will be asked to wear athletic shoes and clothing (shirt and shorts) that you can exercise in.
You will be asked to complete surveys and questionnaires and become familiar with the testing procedures. A sensory test will also be administered such as pressure pain testing on your skin. You will also complete a graded exercise test on a stationary bike to determine your maximum oxygen intake and maximum power while exercising on the bike. All exercise trials will be completed on the stationary bike, cycling at varying levels of difficulty based on your performance from the graded exercise test. If you are assigned the treatment group, you will also be completing repeated sprints on a stationary bike. We will ask you not to consume any caffeine 4 hours prior to your visit.
Inclusion Qualifications:
- Male, between the ages of 18 – 35
- Recreationally active
- Complete less that 150 minutes of endurance training per week (running, biking, swimming, etc.)
Exclusion Qualifications:
You may not participate in this research opportunity if any of the following applies to you:- Non-English speaking
- Regular use of prescription pain medication
- Current or history of having a pain condition that is on-going
- Currently taking blood-thinning medication
- Systemic medical condition known to affect sensation, such as uncontrolled diabetes or neurological conditions
- Known presence of cardiovascular (heart), pulmonary (lung), or metabolic disease (such as diabetes)
- Not physically ready to exercise, as indicated by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire Plus (PAR-Q+)
- Surgery, injury, or fracture involving your muscles or joints within the past 6 months
Participate in this Research
Submitting this form will put you in contact with the main point of contact for this project. They will provide more information and determine if you meet all of the qualifications needed."*" indicates required fields
PI: Danielle Sterner
IRB Expiration October 1, 2025
October 1, 2025
Education Complex and Gym
4000 University Blvd
ED 174B
Orlando, FL 32826
Type: $15 amazon gift card if assigned the control group or $40 amazon gift card if assigned to the treatment group
Danielle Sterner
Kinesiology
