Perttu VA Noponen Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Far infrared heat, Sport performance
Master of Science in Science of Sport Coaching and Fitness Testing, Department of Biology of Physical Activity, University of Jyv
I am Perttu VA Noponen, belonging to Master of Science in Science of Sport Coaching and Fitness Testing, Department of Biology of Physical Activity, University of Jyväskylä, Finland. Interested in the field of Far infrared heat, Sport performance.
Research Article Open Access
Author(s): Perttu VA Noponen, Keijo Hakkinen and Antti A Mero
Effects of Far Infrared Heat on Recovery in Power Athletes
Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the far infrared (FIR) heat on the recovery of the power athletes during the 5-day intensive training period. Methods: The experimental group acted also as its own control group and it consisted of ten national level male athletes (22.3 ± 4.5 years) from power events. Training consisted of strength-, power-, and technique sessions. Performance tests included isometric strength tests, a countermovement jump (CMJ) and a Wingate 30 s tes... view moreĀ»