Nacho Valdivia Fernández

Mr. Nacho Valdivia Fernández


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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7 January 2025 in Sensors
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JSJosé-Antonio Salas-Montoro
José-Antonio Salas-Montoro
NFNacho Valdivia Fernández
Nacho Valdivia Fernández
AGAlejandro de Rozas Galán
Alejandro de Rozas Galán
JRJosé-Manuel Reyes-Sánchez
José-Manuel Reyes-Sánchez
Mikel ZabalaMikel Zabala
Mikel Zabala
JDJuan José Pérez Díaz
Juan José Pérez Díaz
This study evaluated the influence of cycle computers on the accuracy of power and cadence data. The research was divided into three phases: (1) a graded exercise test (GXT) at different constant loads to record power and cadence data; (2) a self-paced effort lasting 1 min to measure mean maximal power output (MMP); and (3) a short all-out effort. Eight cyclists completed the GXT, ten participated in the 1-min test, and thirty participated in the sprint effort. All participants pedaled on a controlled-resistance cycle ergometer, and the data were recorded using the ergometer itself and ten synchronized cycle computers of the same brand, configured to record at 1 Hz. The results showed minimal variations in power and cadence between devices during the GXT, suggesting adequate accuracy for constant efforts lasting a certain duration. However, in self-paced and high-intensity efforts (1-min and short all-out efforts), significant differences were observed between several devices, particularly in cadence and mean power, highlighting the relevance of device selection in these contexts. These findings suggest that, while variations in constant efforts may be negligible, in short-duration, high-intensity activities, the choice of device may be crucial for the accuracy and reliability of the data.