During the race the rider may be exposed to temperatures that can reach 50 degrees, which in itself requires a good physical condition, moreover the position of the pilot in the cockpit keeps much of his body in isometric contraction, for almost two hours. The energy required to drive a racing car varies from 11 to 17 times the resting metabolism , which requires large amounts of glucose and oxygen to produce the amount of energy equivalent to that produced by a football player or basketball.
The biggest physical challenge of Formula 1 is to support the physical effort associated with the heat and avoid hyperthermia, which can lead to confusion and loss of motor coordination. For that a diet rich in carbohydrates and special care with hydration are essential. The increase in body temperature also entails, in addition to ex cessive sweating, increased heart rate and breathing.
What exercises are listed in the fitness of pilots?
Aerobic
They are fundamental, prepare the heart to increase the work required due to the high temperatures.
With improved cardio respiratory capacity is also increasing the volume of blood available and consequently a higher heat tolerance which will result in less fatigue and better performance.
Exercises neuromuscular
The pilot to ensure the maintenance of posture
Increase muscular endurance
The regions should receive special attention are the neck, lower back and abdomen. The higher the speed, the more G-force (force of gravity), which can reach about 5x the weight, only this force in the neck can be equivalent to 30 kg. Now imagine making a turn and having to keep the neck with a load of those pushing it in the opposite direction.
Coordination exercises
Train driver's reaction time is as important as the other exercises he made. Important decisions must be taken in a split second, to use this equipment known as a Batak, lights turn on this unit and the pilot should play them immediately to delete them. It is also used by fighter pilots.
