In fact, it seems like the scientific (however you spell it) evidence is conflicted at this point. Here are two studies using trained triathletes which are conducted in this century ;-) The first is a summary of an article but for those of us lucky to have e-journal access, the actual journal article is cited at the bottom.

http://www.findarticles.com/cf_dls/m0NHF/1_21/98594709/p1/article.jhtml

• Conclusion: Pedal faster = run faster (for 3200 meters at least)

http://www.insep.fr/Dss/Labbio/fichiers/msse.pdf

• Conclusion 1: Running after cycling is harder than just running (well duh?).
• Conclusion 2: Running stride rate increases after cycling at all cadences.
• Conclusion 3: Cycling at greater than ~73 rpm leads to a steady rise in Vo2 after 30 min. The authors suggest that this leads to an increased energy cost during cycling and the subsequent run. Pedal faster = increased energy consumption => possibly slower run

My conclusion: The jury is still out.



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