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Faculty of Graduate Studies

Samson Kussauer

  • BSc Hons. (University of Victoria, 2023)
Notice of the Final Oral Examination for the Degree of Master of Science

Topic

The Relationship Between Squat Jump Force–Velocity Profiles and 2 km Rowing Ergometer Performance Across Split Intervals

School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education

Date & location

  • Monday, September 15, 2025
  • 10:00 A.M.
  • Virtual Defence

Examining Committee

Supervisory Committee

  • Dr. Marc Klimstra, School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education, University of Victoria (Supervisor)
  • Dr. Ming-Chang Tsai, Performance & Data Scientist, Canadian Sport Institute Pacific (Outside Member)

External Examiner

  • Dr. James Martin, Department of Nutritioni and Integrative Physiology, University of Utah

Chair of Oral Examination

  • Dr. Andrea Walsh, Department of Anthropology, UVic

Abstract

Force–velocity profiling (FVP) provides a practical assessment of neuromuscular capabilities, yet its application to rowing performance remains underexplored. This study investigated the relationship between squat jump–derived FVP metrics and 250 m split performance during a 2 km rowing ergometer test in male varsity rowers. Sixteen athletes (age = 21.12 ± 1.68 y; height = 1.88 ± 0.07 m; body mass = 86.58 ± 9.47 kg) completed a 2 km ergometer trial followed by loaded squat jumps to determine maximal force (F₀), maximal velocity (V₀), maximal power (Pmax), and the slope of the force–velocity relationship (SFV). Linear regression analyses revealed that SFV significantly predicted power output across all race segments (r = −0.54 to −0.82), while F₀ significantly predicted all but the first segment (r = 0.51–0.83). Pmax was only associated with the fifth and sixth segments, and V₀ showed no significant relationships with any segment. Across the race profile, the predictive strength of F₀ increased in later stages, suggesting that force production becomes more critical as fatigue accumulates. These findings highlight the utility of FVP, particularly F₀ and SFV, for monitoring mechanical capabilities relevant to sustained rowing performance and for informing strength-oriented training interventions.

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