Cycling Cadence Selections at Different Saddle Heights Minimize Muscle Activation Rather Than Energy Cost
Cristian D. Riveros-Matthey, Mark J. Connick, Glen A. Lichtwark, Timothy J. Carroll
This study shows that cyclists select cadences to minimize muscle activation rather than energy cost, with saddle height affecting cadence choices.
Journal of The Royal Society Interface · Sep 16, 2026Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology