Riders from a Hampshire cycling club may be pedalling more powerfully following a Mobility and Strength screening evening run by Physiotherapy students from the University of Winchester.
The University of Winchester Health Clinic brought a team of five third-year students from the BSc course to run tests at the Bar End Pavilion under the supervision of Clinic Manager, Liam Newton.
Eleven VC Venta cyclists, ranging from junior to seniors, underwent assessments which tested key muscle groups, strength and movement.
The collated data was then used as the basis for individual strength and exercise plans which were sent to each cyclist.
It is hoped they will return in six months for a progress check.
The tests were carried out by students Tom Vernon, Amy Turner, Nathan Sanders, Toby Marcroft and Libby Smith.
Liam said: “The students really enjoyed this exercise. Not only did they carry out the tests well they managed to cope with the time pressure. Each student was responsible for two exercise stations and all the 11 Venta members completed all ten tests within the hour allotted.”
VC Venta’s Race Team Manager, Toby Leyland, said: “The mobility tests allowed each rider to get an accurate, reliable measurement on various aspects of their mobility and an opportunity to discuss ways to improve their all-round and cycle specific mobility.
“This was an excellent session, well put together, great fun and informative for all the riders involved. We are looking forward to continuing the collaboration in 2025.”
As part of the University’s commitment to real world learning, undergraduate students on the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy degree program work alongside Liam during placements as part of their studies.
Liam is able to arrange similar sessions for other sports clubs in the area. For more information email winchesterhealthclinic@winchester.ac.uk.
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