Originally Posted by
clausen
Improve your pedaling technique and you would have extra power. 2 different exercises.
If that were true someone should have been able to measure an improvement but I don't believe there is any research to support the benefits of an 'improved' pedaling technique.
One study, "
Effect of Pedaling Technique on Mechanical Effectiveness and Efficiency in Cyclists" found efficiency was highest when riders just pedaled with their preferred style. When they changed pedaling technique to focus on a more even distribution of torque throughout the pedal stroke their efficiency went down.
A quote from the article:
In coaching practice, an even distribution of torque throughout the crank cycle is promoted as an ‘‘efficient’’ technique (1,2,4,5). However, we are unaware of any scientific evidence to support this supposition.