Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation of the Motor Cortex on Cycling Time Trial Performance and Prefrontal Cortex-A

Author

Abigail Auten, University of Northern IowaFollow
Kristina Cavey, University of Northern IowaFollow
Emily Busta, University of Northern IowaFollow

Presentation Type

Oral Presentation

Abstract

Purpose: To investigate if tDCS, administered via Halo Sport, influences time trial performance in recreationally trained cyclists, and if changes in exercise performance are associated with prefrontal cortex activation and muscle oxygenation. Methods: Twelve recreationally trained males cyclists volunteered to participate in two 10-kilometer time trials following 20 minutes of tDCS or a sham condition. Results: There were no significant differences in exercise performance (time to complete, watts) or physiological measures (BLa-, HR, Muscle O2, PFC Oxygenation) between the Halo and Sham conditions. Discussion: These results indicate that the application of acute tDCS via Halo Sport does not induce changes in exercise performance or related physiological parameters in recreationally trained cyclists.

Start Date

12-4-2021 10:00 AM

End Date

12-4-2021 11:00 AM

Faculty Advisor

Terence Moriarty

Department

Department of Kinesiology

Student Type

Graduate Student

Comments

This entry was part of the following session of the event:

• Session title: Mental Health & Transcranial Stimulation; Monday, April 12, 2021; 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.; Moderator: Elizabeth Lefler.

Copyright

©2021 Abigail Auten, Kristina Cavey, and Emily Busta

Recommended Citation

Auten, Abigail; Cavey, Kristina; and Busta, Emily, "Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation of the Motor Cortex on Cycling Time Trial Performance and Prefrontal Cortex-A" (2021). INSPIRE Student Research and Engagement Conference. 1.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/csbsresearchconf/2021/oralcreative_pres/1