Gait variability and symmetry remain consistent during high-intensity 10000 m treadmill running

The aim of this study was to analyze changes in gait variability and symmetry in distance runners. Fourteen competitive athletes ran on an instrumented treadmill for 10000 m at speeds equivalent to 103% of their season ’s best time. Spatiotemporal and ground reaction force data were recorded at 1500, 3000, 5000, 7500 and 9500 m. Gait variability and inter-leg symmetry were measured using median absolute deviation (MAD) and the symmetry angle, respectively. There were no overall changes during the running bout fo r absolute values, symmetry angles or variability, and there were only moderate changes in variability between successive testing distances for three variables.
Source: Journal of Biomechanics - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research