Journal article
The reliability and validity of protocols for the assessment of endurance sports performance: an updated review
Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, Vol.19(4), pp.177-185
2015
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Abstract
<p>Sports performance testing is one of the most common and important measures used in sport science. Performance testing protocols must have high reliability to ensure any changes are not due to measurement error or inter-individual differences. High validity is also important to ensure test performance reflects true performance. Time-trial protocols commonly have a coefficient of variation (CV) of <5%, however, familiarization, well-trained subjects and/or conducting the trial outdoors in the athlete’s most familiar environment can lead to CVs of < 1%. Long duration time-trials or the inclusion of sprints within a time-trial appears to not negatively influence reliability. Few studies have assessed the validity of endurance performance tests, and as such more research should evaluate different ways of simulating outdoor performances in the laboratory. The use of warm-up, simulation of convection load, and implementation of race specific hydration practices are important considerations for researchers regarding test validity.</p>
Details
- Title
- The reliability and validity of protocols for the assessment of endurance sports performance: an updated review
- Creators
- Christopher John Stevens - University of NewcastleBen James Dascombe - University of Newcastle
- Publication Details
- Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, Vol.19(4), pp.177-185
- Identifiers
- 3161; 991012820877402368
- Academic Unit
- Human Sciences; Faculty of Health; School of Health and Human Sciences
- Resource Type
- Journal article