Are you a cyclist interested in the latest scientific training methods? Join the University of Calgary 4-month 3Dapt study to help the scientific validation of a performance model – train at home, test weekly, and advance cycling science.
We are looking for cyclists to take part in a research study testing a cutting-edge, three-dimensional model of training adaptation. You will keep training on your own bike, complete weekly short tests for progress monitoring, and do pre- and post-study maximal efforts – all from home.
Requirements in a nutshell:
When: Start your 4-month training anytime between now and the end of January.
Who: Adult cyclists (18–60 years, men or women), preferably who use Xert.
Equipment: Compatible power meter and heart rate monitor; home trainer or cycle ergometer.
Experience: Familiarity with performing cycling tests; cycling is your primary sport.
Commitment: Willing to increase training load or change your training habits for 4 months; complete 1 short/medium/long test each week plus 3 maximal tests at baseline and post-training.
Other: Fluent in English; willing to share all power and heart rate data from the study period and two months prior.
Interested? Complete a screening questionnaire online:
or contact hilkka.kontro@ucalgary.ca for more information.
Please note: certain conditions may prevent you from participating. These will be detailed in the online screening questionnaire.
This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board (REB25-1375).
Weekly hours range is one of the questionnaire entries.
Filling out the survey doesn’t obligate you to join the study, plus you can elect to clear your answers at the end if you don’t wish to find out if you qualify by entering an email.
I don’t qualify (too old ) but I filled out the survey to see what it entails. Takes 2 minutes.
Q1: Are you between 18 and 60 years old? This is important as we have ethical approval to only recruit participants in this age range.
I can think of several reasons why this makes sense from a health study perspective as well as liability. The University of Calgary made this decision, not Xert.
Ethics approval is the formal review and approval process conducted by an independent ethics committee or Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure that a clinical trial is ethical, safe, and compliant with regulations. This approval is required before a trial can begin and is focused on protecting the rights, safety, and well-being of participants. For example, the ethics committee evaluates the study protocol, informed consent process, and potential risks and benefits to ensure that the trial meets ethical and legal standards.
I know but it annoys me that consequently there are few if any studies that apply to our demographic and this is the first chance I’ve had to vent my frustration
) but I filled out the survey to see what it entails. Takes 2 minutes.