Browsing Doctoral Theses by Thesis Supervisor "Laursen, Paul"
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Applications of the Anaerobic Speed Reserve to Elite 800m Running
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Middle-distance running events (800 and 1500m) require a unique interplay of aerobic and anaerobic energetics, meaning athletes with diverse profiles may have an opportunity to win the race. Historically, research of ... -
The Effect of Nitrate Supplementation on Cycling Performance
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Competitive athletes regularly use a range of nutritional supplementation products in an effort to improve their sporting performance. These supplements are often used despite any knowledge on whether they actually have ... -
Novel Applications of Heat Training to Enhance Performane in Elite Athletes
(Auckland University of Technology, 2017)The use of training in the heat to enhance performance has become a ‘hot topic’ in the world of elite sport given that a number of high profile events are held in hot environments, and emerging evidence suggests that ... -
Nutritional Manipulation Strategies to Enhance Endurance Exercise Performance
(Auckland University of Technology, 2022)Athletes manipulate training volume and intensity to maximise training adaptations and performance. As performance levels continue to rise, athletes often seek to incorporate novel strategies to optimise their training ... -
Optimising Motorcycle Circuit Racing Rider's Performance
(Auckland University of Technology, 2020)Performance in motorcycle circuit racing is typically considered as the summation of interactions between rider, motorcycle, tyres, and environment. The distinct contributions of these parts to performance remain unmeasurable, ... -
The practical application of heart rate variability - monitoring training adaptation in world class athletes
(Auckland University of Technology, 2014)Few will disagree that it is the preparatory exercise training completed that makes the most substantial impact on individual exercise performance. It is not surprising therefore that we often see elite athletes that ...