PLANNING AND PREPARATION OF A SPORTS AND HEALTH CYCLING CAMPAIGN FOR STUDENTS

Abstract

Purpose of the Article. The study aims to develop an effective approach to planning and preparing student youth in China, particularly in Henan Province, for sports and wellness cycling tours. The key principles of organization, logistics, and safety have been identified to ensure optimal physical exertion, health preservation, and increased physical activity levels among young people.

Methodology. The study employs a comprehensive approach, incorporating literature analysis, mapping methods, geoinformation technologies, and field observations. Modern remote sensing methods, satellite imagery, and geoinformation analysis were utilized to determine the optimal route for a seven-day cycling tour within Henan Province. An assessment of natural and climatic conditions, transportation accessibility, and the location of historical and cultural sites was conducted to design a route adapted to the physical capabilities of students.

Scientific Novelty. A structured approach to preparing students for a cycling tour has been developed for the first time, including: detailed route planning considering the topography and natural features of Henan Province; determination of optimal physical loads that promote health benefits without overloading the body; integration of modern navigation technologies to enhance tour safety; development of a student preparation algorithm, combining physical, psychological, and organizational components.

Conclusions. The preparation process for sports and wellness cycling tours, particularly the detailed study of the area's features, analysis of cartographic materials, and natural and climatic conditions, plays a crucial role in ensuring the tour's effectiveness and safety. We analyzed the landscape of Henan Province, transportation accessibility, and the location of natural and historical-cultural sites, which enabled us to develop an optimal seven-day cycling route.

The proposed route included: urban and suburban sections to facilitate adaptation to movement conditions; travel through historical and cultural zones (Songshan Mountains, Shaolin Monastery, Longmen Grottoes), which combine physical activity with educational aspects; optimization of physical exertion by alternating between flat and mountainous route sections; use of modern navigation technologies to enhance movement safety and minimize risks during the tour.