' Lucas di Grassi and journalist ' Fabio Seixas in " Abu Dhabi "..... '

'Lucas   di   Grassi   is   'Abu Dhabi   in    the   event   of   Pirelli '   and    is   walking   around   with    guests     in      a    ' two-seater '  Formula 1.....
 
'Photos      of      @LucasdiGrassi     and      @fabioseixas :    ' Congratulations !    
  
'Video   posted    by   @fabioseixas :  
http://www.twitvid.com/embed.php?guid=TVZYA&autoplay=1  with  ' Lucas   di   Grassi "

' Lucas di Grassi ' and ' their ' helmets.....

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' Isometric ' Exercise X ' Formula 1 Pilot.....

There is a kind of physical stress which is called isometric exercise. This is a situation in which the muscles contract vigorously without displacement of any body segment. This happens, for example, when we hold a heavy object over the legs without moving. It is the same physical effort.

The situation of Formula-1 in the "cockpit" of the car, it is typically the case. During the race, the pilot's body is subjected to numerous situations in which it becomes necessary to contract several muscle groups to maintain proper posture. The sudden accelerations and decelerations and violent, the enormous centrifugal force that tends to shift all your body, your internal organs and especially your head cause your body, your muscles are responsible for a great effort to keep the resulting positioning appropriate. That during the whole time about 2 hours continuously. There is strength to tolerate all this.

This type of physical exertion is very stressful because the muscles become intoxicated with the products of muscle contraction, mainly lactic acid, without an adequate blood flow to remove them, because remember they're standing. This is why many times we observed the driver exit the car completely "locked" after a race. Cramps are common.

 In addition to physical stress, there is a size "stress" situations as few are able to promote. This causes a huge adrenaline rush, and an accompanying large increase of heartbeat. As you know, the heartbeat of a formula one driver comes close to 180 per minute during a race. The increase in blood pressure can cause a stroke or a heart attack. Luckily we never had these "accidents" in the category, imagine if they occur at 200 km / h on a curve, certain death! 

For these reasons, the physical preparation of a Formula-1 pilot is so important. The indices of physical fitness of elite pilots, are now compatible with those of athletes with the highest degree of physical preparation.

' Physiology of Cycling..... '

The competitive cycling, track or road, is physiologically demanding. The athletes specialize in specific events with similar metabolic energy requirements. In the race the rider typically has low body fat, high maximum oxygen uptake, anaerobic capacity and good strong muscles of the lower limb.The road racing requires the rider to present a substantial anaerobic capacity for prolonged effort, and the potential need for anaerobic race track requires a variety of capacities ranging from power to speed endurance race. Both the road race as the track require a specific knowledge of tactics, strategies, mastery of skills and considerable courage. The procedures adopted by the cyclist training are those that simulate conditions at the most competitive possível.REQUISITOS PHYSIOLOGICALThe energy consumed by gradually increasing the body weight to about 20 km / h, when the power consumption increases rapidly due to increased air resistance. The rider's body size affects the cost of energy. Studies have concluded that body size is an important factor in cycling. Moreover, it was estimated that the difference in the frontal area of ​​cyclists increased body mass and those with lower body mass may be resThe increase in body mass also increases energy production, but this has less influence on the frontal area and drag. This can be a major reason why cyclists competing in test time and 100 km in sprint events tend to have higher body mass. Although the rider with greater body mass have the edge on level ground, the bike ramp is a different matter. The energy required for the vertical component of ascending ramp depends on the total weight of the bike and the rider, not the frontal area.



POSITION OF THE BODY AND COST OF OXYGEN 
The ability to sustain a prolonged work depends on an adequate supply of oxygen to active muscles. Studies have found that riding in the lowest position with the handlebars standard resulted in lowered oxygen uptake, work output and ventilation of the lungs significantly higher although they were not found no difference in heart rate from the driving position with the handlebars at the top.Johnson and Schultz (cited Garret & Kirkendall 2003) reported that there is no physiological cost to run with aerodynamic handlebars. Studies compared the use of the handlebar "bull horn" type with the "clip", suggesting that the aerodynamic improvements Offered by these handlebars are obtained without any apparent physiological costs. A more important question arises as to how to run for long periods of time in an essay in aero position will change the recruitment and fatigue-muscle fiber in a long race. The kinetics and kinematics of the rider on the bike, especially in the hip joint, are significantly altered by running in that position.


The ATHLETE BODY COMPOSITION
 Excess weight, particularly as superficial adipose tissue does not contribute to the production of work in cycling. On the other hand, a high weight of muscle is essential for efficient climbing ramp, and a cyclist with a low percentage of body fat will have an advantage in a sloping terrain. The estimated percentage of body fat for elite cyclists is from 6 to 9% for male road runners and 12 to 15% for elite female cyclists. This is the average for elite cyclists, however, some athletes have higher percentages of body fat that these average values.



 The ATHLETE TRAINING 
Physical training and conditioning does not alter the subsequent waste of energy required to perform a given level of work. The effects of exercise training results in several metabolic and physical changes. At one extreme are the metabolic and muscle fibers that result from exercise of high intensity and short duration (eg, anaerobic work including resistance training). At the opposite end of the continuum, the effects of exercise are prolonged, repeated many times in a submaximal level, which improves dimensional anaerobic central and peripheral.Source: Garrett Jr, William E. Kirkendall, Donald T. The Exercise Science and Sports. Porto Alegre: Artmed, 2003.

' Le Mans(Peugeot) is still an option for ' Lucas di Grassi ' this year....

Despite having dominated the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup last year, winning five of seven races en route to its second consecutive championship, the structure of Peugeot’s LMP1 program for 2012 still remains unclear.

With Europe on the brink of a financial crisis, PSA Peugeot Citroen Group has been forced to lay off 6,000 workers, with the French manufacturer expecting negative growth on the European car market this year.

Those setbacks have led to concerns over the future of Peugeot’s factory LMP1 program, destined for the new FIA World Endurance Championship.

Multiple sources have confirmed to SPEED.com that Peugeot has been in negotiations with existing privateer teams about fielding the official 908s as a semi-works operation in 2012, similar to its relationship with Team ORECA Matmut for the past two years.

As many as five teams, inside and outside of Europe, are believed to have been approached for the potential effort, which would require the customer team to find the necessary budget for a two-car program in the WEC and a potential third 908 at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

This semi-works arrangement is believed to be in place of a full factory effort that has been run out of Peugeot’s Velizy, France headquarters since 2007, as part of a cost-savings effort for the popular brand.

ORECA is allegedly not one of the teams in the running, as the Hugues de Chaunac-led organization will be providing operational support to Toyota’s new factory LMP1 program this year.

Peugeot’s driver lineup is also set for a major shuffle, as it may be forced to replace as many as four of its nine drivers from the 2011 season.

Austrian Alexander Wurz has left for Toyota, while Pedro Lamy has been released, and according to a recent report by Autosport, Nic Minassian has also walked away from the squad. Two of Peugeot’s top French stars, Simon Pagenaud and Sebastien Bourdais, have landed full-season IndyCar rides, with a yet-to-be-announced round at Milwaukee likely to conflict with Le Mans.

While it may result in Pagenaud having to opt out of Le Mans, Bourdais recently told SPEED.com’s Marshall Pruett that his contract with Dragon Racing will let him compete in the twice-around-the-clock endurance classic.
 But Bourdais said he wasn't offered a full-season WEC contract, leading to further questions of its program beyond Le Mans.

“Peugeot right now hasn’t confirmed everything yet, and it was difficult for me to commit to something [with Peugeot] without knowing exactly what they were going to do. It was a little tough on that,” Bourdais said.

“Initially, we discussed doing the full championship with [Peugeot]. But they couldn’t guarantee that in time, so when I looked at the schedule, at least as of today, there are only two conflicts at Silverstone and Brazil, so it leaves plenty of room for me to do some [WEC] races.

“Right now, we’re going to focus on the first three—Sebring, Spa and Le Mans—and we’ll see where that goes.”

Peugeot has tested close to a dozen drivers recently, including Marino Franchitti, Lucas Di Grassi, Bertrand Baguette, Loic Duval, Olivier Pla and 2011 reserve driver JK Vernay, who is expected to take one of the vacant race seats.

If Peugeot does not commit to a full-season effort, it could have major implications on the WEC, a new joint venture between the FIA and ACO, which will kick off at the Twelve Hours of Sebring in March. Audi and Peugeot were set to become the only two full-season factory teams in LMP1, with Toyota only slated to take part in select rounds this year.

While questions remain on the team's structure and driver lineup, what is known is that Olivier Quesnel has remained head of Peugeot Sport, having been re-elected by the board to lead the manufacturers’ endurance racing program. Quesnel, however, he has stood down from management of Citroen’s WRC program, which he had also run since 2008.

A Peugeot Sport spokesperson confirmed to SPEED.com that their 2012 program will be unveiled on Jan. 30, and that a test is scheduled at Sebring International Raceway later this week. However, no further details were given. by  ( Auto Racing - LE MANS).....

 

' Surfing is an ' aerobic ' workout .....

Despite some historical differences, surfing in Hawaii seems to have arisen, and was initially charged by the local nobility. The first reports were made about surfing the web browser James Cook in 1778, when he discovered the Hawaiian archipelago. During this period the plates were made of wood, and very heavy (a few tens of pounds), making more elaborate maneuvers. For a few decades however, the world paid no attention to this activity.
It was only when Duke Kahanamoku, a Hawaiian now regarded as the father of modern surfing, was Olympic gold medalist in 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, the sport began to gain international fame. Asked about his form and training, Duke proudly introduced surfing to the world. Quickly surf began to be practiced in the United States, especially in California and Australia, becoming very popular among young people.
In the 70's and 80's surfing spreads throughout the world, with professional championships. The major championships are organized by ASP-Association of Surfing Professionals.

When we think of surfing as a sport, there are all the attention to physical fitness. In addition to stretching, and the preparation to prevent muscle damage, aerobic training is essential to address many times through the surf hours and giving powerful strokes to get into the wave.
The balance, of course, is something basic to be on the board, and that is being developed, in particular to perform powerful moves that require the activation of not only the leg muscles, but the hips and arms.
On the other hand, only the fitness is not enough. In particular athlete that you want to join the elite of the surfing must "take care of the head." Control anxiety, and stress of being evaluated and competing with other subjects also prepared physically, requires something more.
Surfing is an aerobic workout while strength, agility and balance. In the mental aspect of surfing has the power to: relaxation of the mind, relieving stress and great fun! ( by Elisa  Kozasa ) .....

                               ' Brazilian     driver  ' Lucas    di     Grassi '   and     friends..... '

' Special ' Concern with: " neck, lower back, abdomen and arms ... '

'The regions that should receive special attention are the neck, lower back and abdomen. The higher the speed, the more G-force (force of gravity) of up to about 5x body weight, only in the neck that force may 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.....'


'The Formula 1 drivers as well as plane, train simulator. More than just walk through the layout of the tracks is also adapted to simulate the force exerted on the arms and neck.'

' Important Exercises for the ' Formula 1 ' Drivers..... '

' Brazilian      driver  -  ' Lucas    di    Grassi '.....   " Academy    in    Sao   Paulo - Brazil

' Tribute to the trainer for pilots: { Raniero Gianotti } ..... '

' Current coach Jaime Alguersuari and former physiotherapist of Brazilian Rubens Barrichello and Felipe Massa, the Italian Raniero Gianotti, died Sunday of a heart attack.
Raniero Gianotti was 46 years and since 1992 was in Formula 1 teams and work ed as Stewart, Toyota, Ferrari and Toro Rosso. Besides Alguersuari and Rubens Barrichello, the Italian pilots had been prepared as Sebastian Vettel, Felipe Massa, Alex Zanardi, Johnny Herbert and Sebastien Buemi.
Raniero Gianotti, died after a heart attack while cycling with friends in Urbin o, Italy '.....

' Safety in ' Formula 1..... '

' The security was not always a priority in Formula 1 racing, which caused numerous tragedies, both with drivers and with viewers. However, in recent decades, much has been done to protect drivers and their fans get hurt seriously. Let's take a look at the main security measures used in Formula 1.
Overall the pilots, together with boots, gloves and helmet, forming a sturdy barrier. Made of synthetic fiber called Nomex, Formula 1 overalls are designed to protect the pilot of a fire for at least 12 seconds, long enough for the rescue team arrives. The sponsor logos placed in the overalls should also be made ​​of fire resistant material.

The design and production of racing overalls used in Formula 1 are processes of great precision. Are sized and following a design and color scheme consistent with the image of the team.

For the suit is appropriate for each pilot, are taken over 30 different body measurements, placed on a computer that produces three-dimensional model before production.

The material used is Nomex, a fabric almost magical. Non-flammable, do not just melts and begins to suffer damage at temperatures above 380 ° C.

Once produced, each model has to be approved by the FIA ​​(International Automobile Federation) before being used.

' Hans system : " Head And Neck Support ".....

The system was invented and developed in the early 80s by Robbert Hubbard (Dr.) professor of biomechanical engineering in the United States, together with the his brother, the driver Jim Downing, after the death of a friend cervical fracture common during a test session.

Like all great inventions, the Hans system is remarkably simple:a carbon structure, two belts and two fasteners.The Hans system is surely the greatest innovation in safety, then the full face helmet and fireproof fact. The patent system Hans Hubbard /DOWNING INC is in terms of use, framed by the FIA 8858-2002 standard and already required in many sports competitions around the world.

In addition to Hubbard / Downing Inc.. Two more firms licensed to manufacture the systems, "Stand 21 Racewear" and "Schroth Safety Products ". 
Turn out to be in  practical  terms,  these two  firms that  provide all  distributors in the market such as "Omp" (Stand 21) and the "Sparco" (Schroth).


To reduce by 80% the risk of fracture of the cervical vertebrae and muscle rupture in the area of the neck / back (when the pilot is subjected to a sudden deceleration), which results in the leading cause of death in sport  car.

In the frontal impact test 56km / h, caused a tension in the neck 5100N (which starts with HANS system 860N) and the displacement of the head is 40cm to about 26cm (approximate average values​​).

' Pilots use an ' F-1 {Balaclava}: hood under the ' helmet '}.....

Pilots use the hood, not to burn in case of accident. As overall, this hood is made ​​of a special fabric that does not catch fire and resists heat up to 427 ° C. The correct name is freaked out that balaclava, a reference to the old hoods made of small rings twisted, used by medieval knights. "The idea of ​​a flame retardant protection under the helmet after the accident came from the Austrian Niki Lauda, the German GP in 1976. He slammed his Ferrari got stuck in the wreckage and took off his helmet to breathe. But the car exploded and the fire took account of the pilot. Lauda has large scars on his face today, "says the journalist Livio Oricchio, a specialist in Formula 1. There are even a few years, leaving much of the balaclava face uncovered. Today, to increase the protection, balaclava only have openings for the eyes and mouth, which lets in a tube attached to a bottle of water or isotonic. The first balaclavas were made of asbestos, a fiber also fire resistant, but less reliable. Currently, they are made with Nomex and Kevlar wires, two super-tough synthetic compounds. Another novelty is that the mechanics that make the pit stop also started to use the balaclava under the helmet to reduce the risk of fire in one refueling.....

' Technology to ' Formula 1 ' Helmets '.....

'Understand how it's done a Formula 1 helmet and what tests are performed.
During qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix Formula 1, Felipe Massa was hit by a spring in his helmet. Very tough, the security instrument Massa  protected'.....

' Helmets ' Formula 1 - ' Manufacturing'.....

'Video explaining the composition of Felipe Massa's helmet! This helmet that saved him from death in the accident at the Hungarian Grand Prix!'.....

' Physical Preparation of Pilots ' - { Part 1 } .....

'The video shows examples of aerobic exercises ( football, triathlon) and anaerobic (bodybuilder); important of a pilot Formula 1' .....