How is Wingate mean power different from peak power?

Peak power is the highest 1-second (or 5-second average) power output during the sprint, representing maximal neuromuscular power. Mean power is the average over the full 30 seconds, reflecting anaerobic capacity and glycolytic contribution.

What determines 30-second mean power output?

Mean power is primarily determined by phosphocreatine stores (~3–5 s), fast glycolysis (~10–30 s), and muscle buffering capacity. Sprint-specific training, creatine supplementation, and alkalosis (baking soda) can each improve 30-s mean power by 3–8%.

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