The effect of competition on heart rate during kart driving
Author Information
Author(s): Matsumura Kenta, Yamakoshi Takehiro, Yamakoshi Yasuhiro, Rolfe Peter
Primary Institution: Kanazawa University
Hypothesis
Does competition increase heart rate during four-wheel car driving?
Conclusion
Competition heightens heart rate during four-wheel car driving.
Supporting Evidence
- Heart rate during competitive kart races was significantly higher than during solo driving.
- Participants' heart rates reached nearly 170 beats per minute during races.
- The study suggests that competition increases heart rate due to mental stress.
Takeaway
When people race go-karts, their hearts beat faster than when they drive alone or just sit still.
Methodology
Participants drove a kart during competitive races and solo driving while heart rate and g-forces were measured.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the cooperative aspect of team racing.
Limitations
Small sample size and data obtained from only one circuit limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
3 male amateur kart drivers aged 31 to 35 with varying kart experience.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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