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Ye B, Zhu H, Yang Z, He Z, Liu G, Pan H, Guo H. Construction and Analysis of the Physical Fitness Evaluation Index System for Elite Male Singles Badminton Players: Based on Delphi and AHP Methods. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:944. [PMID: 39202686 PMCID: PMC11355487 DOI: 10.3390/life14080944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To construct and validate a physical fitness evaluation index system for elite male singles badminton players. METHODS Utilizing the Delphi method to establish a comprehensive evaluation system, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) was employed to calculate the influence weights of various indicators. The validity of the comprehensive evaluation system was verified using testing methods. RESULTS After three rounds of expert selection, the physical fitness evaluation index system for elite male singles badminton players includes three primary indicators, nine secondary indicators, and twenty-one tertiary indicators. Among the primary indicators, specialized physical fitness holds a significant weight in the evaluation with a value of 0.651, whereas body morphology has a smaller weight of 0.077. Among the secondary indicators, specialized agility, strength, and endurance have higher weights of 0.223, 0.217, and 0.210, respectively. Among the tertiary indicators, four-corner ball touch, 400 m × 5 shuttle run, smash-and-rush, and vertical jump height hold higher weights of 0.119, 0.114, 0.104, and 0.096, respectively. The results after randomly selecting ten elite male singles badminton players and applying the evaluation index system demonstrated that this system has high feasibility and validity. It can not only comprehensively assess the physical fitness of athletes but also provide significant practical guidance for enhancing their competitive performance. CONCLUSIONS The evaluation system and weight assignments constructed in this study can scientifically and comprehensively reflect the physical fitness status of athletes. It can guide coaches in formulating targeted training plans and optimizing training outcomes.
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- Binyong Ye
- College of Physical Education and Health Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, China; (B.Y.); (H.Z.); (Z.Y.); (Z.H.); (H.P.)
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- College of Physical Education and Health Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, China; (B.Y.); (H.Z.); (Z.Y.); (Z.H.); (H.P.)
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- College of Physical Education and Health Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, China; (B.Y.); (H.Z.); (Z.Y.); (Z.H.); (H.P.)
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- College of Physical Education and Health Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, China; (B.Y.); (H.Z.); (Z.Y.); (Z.H.); (H.P.)
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- Laboratory of Aquatic Sports Science of General Administration of Sports China, Zhejiang College of Sports, Hangzhou 311200, China;
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- College of Physical Education and Health Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, China; (B.Y.); (H.Z.); (Z.Y.); (Z.H.); (H.P.)
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- Laboratory of Aquatic Sports Science of General Administration of Sports China, Zhejiang College of Sports, Hangzhou 311200, China;
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Kyselovičová O, Zemková E. The effects of aerobic gymnastics training on performance-related variables in an elite athlete: a 2-year follow-up study. Front Physiol 2024; 15:1380024. [PMID: 38978821 PMCID: PMC11228265 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2024.1380024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024] Open
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This study investigates individual performance adaptations on 2 years of training between European Aerobics Championships. An elite, 22-year-old aerobic gymnast performed postural coordination test, Y-Balance test, squat and countermovement jumps, 60 s test of repeated jumps, an isokinetic leg muscle strength test, and the Wingate test. Postural stability and flexibility improved in terms of increased distance achieved in the Y-Balance test in the anterior (by 6.3%), posteromedial (by 2%), and posterolateral (by 4.8%) directions. Lower limb muscular endurance also increased, which can be corroborated by a reduced fatigue index in the 60 s test of repeated jumps (from 42% to 27% after the 1st and to 22% after the 2nd year of training). In addition, mean power increased during dominant (by 23.2% at 60°/s and by 18.5% at 180°/s) and non-dominant leg extension (by 4.9% at 180°/s and by 15.5% at 300°/s), plus dominant leg flexion (by 2.0% at 60°/s and by 6.9% at 300°/s). Similarly, peak torque/body weight ratio increased during dominant (by 24.9% at 60°/s, by 11.5% at 180°/s, and by 2.1% at 300°/s) and non-dominant leg extension (by 0.5% at 60°/s and by 6.4% at 300°/s), plus dominant leg flexion (by 1.7% at 60°/s and by 5.4% at 300°/s). However, 2 years of training failed to show any significant improvements in the explosive power of lower limbs and anaerobic performance. These findings indicate that general aerobic gymnastics training without any specific inputs leads to performance adaptation, namely, in abilities closely related to competition routine (dynamic balance and strength endurance of lower limbs).
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- Oľga Kyselovičová
- Department of Gymnastics, Dance, Fitness & Combat Sports, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Comenius University in Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Comenius University in Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Abián-Vicén J, Bravo-Sánchez A, Abián P. AIR-BT, a new badminton-specific incremental easy-to-use test. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0257124. [PMID: 34506548 PMCID: PMC8432818 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0257124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2021] [Accepted: 08/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background Badminton is a highly demanding sport characterized by intermittent efforts with energy being provided by both the aerobic and anaerobic systems. To date, no incremental badminton field test has been developed that can be easily used by badminton coaches that requires accessible material for anyone. Objectives The purpose of this study was to develop a practical and reliable easy-to use intermittent endurance badminton test for estimating maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max). Methods Thirty six Spanish badminton players (age: 24.1±10.3 years) performed, on different days of the same week, four incremental protocols to exhaustion in randomized order: a treadmill incremental test, a Yo-Yo intermittent recovery level 1 test (Yo-Yo IR1) and twice the Abian intermittent recovery badminton test (AIR-BT). Oxygen uptake was determined with a breath-by-breath gas analyzer during the incremental treadmill test, and performance in the Yo-yo IR1 and AIR-BT was recorded. Results Significant correlations (p<0.001) for Pearson’s product moment coefficient were found between the performance in the AIR-BT and the two non-specific incremental tests (VO2max in the Treadmill Test: r = 0.87, distance in the Yo-Yo IR1: r = 0.86). The regression equation to calculate the VO2max from the AIR-BT time [VO2max = 0.023*(AIR-BT time in seconds)+31.334] showed an adjusted R2 of 0.76 and a SEE of 3.34 ml·kg-1·min-1. There was no significant difference between VO2max obtained by the incremental treadmill test and VO2max calculated using the regression equation (p = 0.644). A paired t-test reported no significant differences between day 1 and day 2 in the AIR-BT time (p = 0.753), the Pearson correlation coefficient between both days was: r = 0.88 (p<0.001) and the intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.875. Conclusions The AIR-BT is a valid and reliable on-court test for assessing VO2max in badminton players and may be utilized by coaches and physical trainers for cross-sectional comparison of players and for evaluation of longitudinal changes.
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- Javier Abián-Vicén
- Performance and Sport Rehabilitation Laboratory, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain
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- Performance and Sport Rehabilitation Laboratory, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain
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- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Comillas Pontifical University, Madrid, Spain
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Chia JS, Chow JY, Barrett LA, Burns SF. Reliability of a Novel Badminton Intermittent Exercise Protocol. RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT 2019; 90:487-496. [PMID: 31184986 DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2019.1620911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/14/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Purpose: Badminton is a sport characterized by high-intensity activity interspersed with short rests requiring specific physiological fitness, skills and game tactics. This study aimed to develop, describe and establish the reliability of a novel badminton intermittent exercise protocol, to simulate singles match-play (Part A) and assess match-fitness (Part B). Method: Twelve well-trained male badminton players performed a two-part protocol, mimicking the demands and activity of match-play, on two occasions with at least 72-h recovery. Part A imitated match-play and consisted of 40 stages alternating between 20 s work - receiving shuttlecocks from a launcher and ghosting (simulated) actions - and 40 s rest. Part B was an open-ended period, challenging match-fitness, designed to exhaust participants within 10 min. Physiological responses (heart rate, blood lactate and ratings of perceived exertion) (Part A and B) and time to exhaustion (Part B) were determined both times. Results: There were no differences in performance and physiological responses between trials (p > .05). The protocol demonstrated excellent reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient > 0.89) for all variables. Time to exhaustion (Part B) was 198 ± 98 s and 194 ± 82 s, respectively. Mean (Part A) and peak (Part B) heart rates were 166 ± 9; 191 ± 8 b∙min-1 and 166 ± 9; 191 ± 7 b∙min-1 and blood lactate concentrations (Part B) 11.8 ± 2.3 and 11.5 ± 2.1 mmol∙l-1 for trials 1 and 2, respectively. Conclusion: The protocol reliably induces match-like responses and can be used to assess match-fitness for training/research purposes.
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Shen T, Wen X. Heart-rate-based prediction of velocity at lactate threshold in ordinary adults. J Exerc Sci Fit 2019; 17:108-112. [PMID: 31333727 PMCID: PMC6614593 DOI: 10.1016/j.jesf.2019.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 06/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Velocity lactate threshold (VLT) is commonly used as a standard for exercise intensity, although previous studies of VLT have focused mostly on well-trained athletes. Heart rate (HR) is an important physiological index which is easy to measure, the heart rate-workload relationship curve is the reported coincidence with lactate threshold (LT). This study aimed to develop valid, simple and economical velocity at lactate threshold prediction methods for general Chinese adults. METHODS Eighty-four Chinese adults (49 males and 35 females aged 27.1 ± 8.3 years) were recruited to perform a graded exercise test on a treadmill. A 20-s rest time for the blood sample collection was set between each 3-min successive stage. Blood lactate concentration and heart rate (HR) were determined using a blood lactate analyser and HR monitors. Multiple linear regressions were applied to develop VLT prediction models using velocity at different HR levels, genders, BMI and ages as dependent variables. RESULTS Eight VLT prediction models were established, in which 47%-65% of variance of VLT could be explained. The results of the paired t-tests showed no significant difference can be observed between estimated and measured VLTs. CONCLUSION In conclusion, simple and convenient VLT prediction models were established, and the models are valid in predicting VLT for general population.
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- Department of Sports Science, College of Education, Zhejiang University, PR China
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Abdullahi Y, Coetzee B, van den Berg L. Relationships Between Results of an Internal and External Match Load Determining Method in Male, Singles Badminton Players. J Strength Cond Res 2019; 33:1111-1118. [PMID: 28682932 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000002115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Abdullahi, Y, Coetzee, B, and van den Berg, L. Relationships between results of an internal and external match load determining method in male, singles badminton players. J Strength Cond Res 33(4): 1111-1118, 2019-The purpose of study was to determine relationships between results of an internal and external match load determining method. Twenty-one players who participated in selected badminton championships during the 2014/2015 season served as subjects. The heart rate (HR) values and global positioning system (GPS) data of each player were obtained using a fix Polar HR Transmitter Belt and MinimaxX GPS device. Moderate significant Spearman's rank correlations were found between HR and absolute duration (r = 0.43 at a low intensity [LI] and 0.44 at a high intensity [HI]), distance covered (r = 0.42 at a HI), and player load (r = 0.44 at a HI). Results also revealed an opposite trend for external and internal measures of load, as the average relative HR value was found to be the highest for the HI zone (54.1%) compared with the relative measures of external load where average values (1.29-9.89%) were the lowest for the HI zone. In conclusion, our findings show that results of an internal and external badminton match load determining method are more related to each other in the HI zone than other zones and that the strength of relationships depend on the duration of activities that are performed in especially LI and HI zones. Overall, trivial to moderate relationships between results of an internal and external match load determining method in male, singles badminton players reaffirm the conclusions of others that these constructs measure distinctly different demands and should therefore be measured concurrently to fully understand the true requirements of badminton match play.
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- Yahaya Abdullahi
- Physical Activity, Sport and Recreation Research Focus Area, Faculty of Health Sciences, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa
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- Physical Activity, Sport and Recreation Research Focus Area, Faculty of Health Sciences, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa
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- Department of Sport, Rehabilitation and Dental Sciences, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa
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Rampichini S, Limonta E, Pugliese L, Cè E, Bisconti AV, Gianfelici A, La Torre A, Esposito F. Heart rate and pulmonary oxygen uptake response in professional badminton players: comparison between on-court game simulation and laboratory exercise testing. Eur J Appl Physiol 2018; 118:2339-2347. [PMID: 30121883 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-018-3960-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Accepted: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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PURPOSE Badminton is characterized by bouts of high intensity interspersed by short recovery periods. Aerobic assessment via indirect calorimetry is impractical on court because of the encumbrance of portable metabolic devices. When the relationship between heart rate (HR) and pulmonary oxygen uptake [Formula: see text] [Formula: see text] is linear, HR monitoring can provide an indirect estimation of metabolic demands on court. However, owing to the intermittent nature of badminton, the [Formula: see text] relationship will differ from that obtained in the laboratory, making its use on court questionable. The aims of this study were to (i) assess cardiorespiratory and metabolic responses during on-court badminton rally simulations at different intensities and (ii) compare [Formula: see text] relationships obtained from laboratory and on-court measurements. METHODS The study sample was seven professional badminton players (age 16.9 ± 2.1 years; body mass 62.8 ± 9.2 kg; stature 1.71 ± 0.09 m). [Formula: see text] HR, and other respiratory and metabolic parameters were assessed in the laboratory with an incremental intermittent Astrand-type test (IIAT) and on court during rally simulations at three different intensities. RESULTS Cardiorespiratory parameters measured during the rallies reached 95% of maximal IIAT values. The [Formula: see text] slope and intercept differed in the on-court and the IIAT conditions (P = 0.012 and P = 0.008, respectively). CONCLUSIONS The difference in [Formula: see text] regression lines between the IIAT and the on-court condition indicates that HR monitoring may not provide accurate data on the aerobic demands of specific on-court badminton tasks. HR monitoring should be preceded by an indirect calorimetry test on court to assess aerobic demands more precisely.
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- Susanna Rampichini
- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, Via G. Colombo 71, 20133, Milan, Italy. .,IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute, Milan, Italy.
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Phomsoupha M, Berger Q, Laffaye G. Multiple Repeated Sprint Ability Test for Badminton Players Involving Four Changes of Direction: Validity and Reliability (Part 1). J Strength Cond Res 2018; 32:423-431. [PMID: 29084095 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000002307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Phomsoupha, M, Berger, Q, and Laffaye, G. Multiple repeated sprint ability test for badminton players involving four changes of direction: validity and reliability (part 1). J Strength Cond Res 32(2): 423-431, 2018-The purpose of this study was: (a) to develop a new sport-specific, repeated-sprint ability test involving 4 changes of direction, namely, the multiple repeated sprint ability (MRSAB) test for badminton players; (b) to determine its validity by comparing the results of 5 different skill levels; and (c) to assess the link between the new test and neuromuscular lower limb and physiological variables. For this purpose, 42 participants were separated into 5 groups to perform the MRSAB test at the same time of day, on 2 occasions, separated by at least 48 hours. The MRSAB test consisted of 2 repetitions of 4 movements (4 × 3 m) separated by 30 seconds of passive recovery. This pattern was repeated 10 times. The best time (BT), mean time (MT), and fatigue index (FI) were measured. Heart rate and blood lactate concentration were also recorded to determine the participants' physiological responses to the test. The results show that the MRSAB test is valid, because it differentiates between the 5 skill levels for BT, MT and FI and offers a reliable method (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.95 for BT and MT) for testing badminton players, with no differences between the sessions (p > 0.05). Moreover, the link between MT and neuromuscular variables, such as jump height in squats and countermovements (r = -0.55 and -0.60, respectively) and with V[Combining Dot Above]O2max (r = -0.92) reveals that this test uses a combination of the anaerobic and aerobic systems; thus, it can be used by trainers either to improve movement ability or increase these physical qualities.
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- Michael Phomsoupha
- CIAMS, University of Paris-Sud, University of Paris-Saclay, Orsay Cedex, France.,CIAMS, University of Orléans, Orléans, France
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- CIAMS, University of Paris-Sud, University of Paris-Saclay, Orsay Cedex, France.,CIAMS, University of Orléans, Orléans, France
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- CIAMS, University of Paris-Sud, University of Paris-Saclay, Orsay Cedex, France.,CIAMS, University of Orléans, Orléans, France
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Madsen CM, Badault B, Nybo L. Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Examination of Exercise Capacity in Elite Youth Badminton Players. J Strength Cond Res 2018; 32:1754-1761. [PMID: 29543701 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000002573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Madsen, CM, Badault, B, and Nybo, L. Cross-sectional and longitudinal examination of exercise capacity in elite youth badminton players. J Strength Cond Res 32(6): 1754-1761, 2018-Badminton-specific speed and endurance performance was evaluated in both cross-sectional and longitudinal studies of elite youth players and compared with the physiological capacities of world top-50 singles players. The cross-sectional study involved 10 males in the category U15 (<15 years), 10 U17, 9 U19, and 4 senior elite players. They performed 30-m sprint, countermovement jump, and badminton-specific speed (B-SPEED) and endurance (B-ENDURANCE) tests. The longitudinal data were collected for 10 U15 players with 1- and 2-year follow-up measures. Compared with seniors, B-SPEED performance was 20 ± 5% slower for U15 (p < 0.001), 7 ± 3% slower for U17 (p < 0.05), and nonsignificantly slower (3 ± 3%; p = 0.27) for U19. B-ENDURANCE performance was 45 ± 11% shorter for U15 (p < 0.001), 25 ± 7% shorter for U17 (p < 0.001), and 17 ± 10% shorter for U19 (p < 0.01). The longitudinal data for U15 revealed that B-SPEED performance improved from a 19 ± 5% (p < 0.001) deficit at baseline to 5 ± 5% (p = 0.23) at first-year, and 2 ± 3% (p = 0.43) at second-year follow-up. B-ENDURANCE performance improved from a 43 ± 11% deficit at baseline to 27 ± 10 and 17 ± 7% at 1- and 2-year follow-up (p < 0.001), respectively. Countermovement jump also improved with aging from 29 ± 5% deficit for U15 to 13 ± 6% deficit for U19 (p < 0.01). In conclusion, B-SPEED improves markedly with aging in youth elite players to achieve, by age 19, values matching world-class players. Endurance improved markedly, but with a significant deficit remaining in comparison with senior elite players.
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- Christian Møller Madsen
- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Stenhus Test and Knowledge Center, Stenhus Gymnasium Holbaek, Denmark
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Garcia-Tabar I, Izquierdo M, Gorostiaga EM. On-field prediction vs monitoring of aerobic capacity markers using submaximal lactate and heart rate measures. Scand J Med Sci Sports 2017; 27:462-473. [PMID: 28181710 DOI: 10.1111/sms.12853] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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This study aimed to validate the use of a single blood lactate concentration measurement taken following a 5-minute running bout at 10 km·h-1 (BLC10 ) and the speed associated with 90% of maximal heart rate (S90 ) to predict and monitor fixed blood lactate concentration (FBLC) thresholds in athletes. Three complementary studies were undertaken. Study I: A cross-sectional study examining the associations of BLC10 and S90 with running speeds at FBLC of 3 (S3mM) and 4 mmol·L-1 (S4mM) in 100 athletes. Study II: A cross-validation study assessing the predictive capacity of BLC10 and S90 to estimate FBLC thresholds in real practice. Study III: A longitudinal study examining whether training-induced changes in FBLC thresholds could be monitored using BLC10 and S90 in 80 athletes tested before and after an intensified training period. Study I: BLC10 (r=-.87 to -.89) and S90 (r=.73-.79) were very largely (P<.001) related to FBLC thresholds. Study II: Predictive models yielded robust correlations between estimated and measured FBLC thresholds (r=.75-.91; P<.001). The limits of agreements, however, revealed that prediction of FBLC thresholds could be biased up to 9%-15%. Study III: BLC10 was very largely related to training-induced changes in FBLC thresholds (r=-.72 to -.76; P<.001). Increases in S90 were associated with improvements in FBLC thresholds, but decreases in S90 led to unclear changes in FBLC thresholds. This study supports the use of BLC10 as a simple, low-cost, non-fatiguing, and time-efficient functional variable to monitor, but not predict, FBLC thresholds in athletes. The present results also question the use of S90 to detect declines in endurance performance.
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- I Garcia-Tabar
- Studies, Research and Sports Medicine Center, Government of Navarre, Pamplona, Spain.,Department of Health Sciences, Public University of Navarre, Pamplona, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, Public University of Navarre, Pamplona, Spain
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- Studies, Research and Sports Medicine Center, Government of Navarre, Pamplona, Spain
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Madsen, CM, Højlyng, M, and Nybo, L. Testing of badminton-specific endurance. J Strength Cond Res 30(9): 2582-2590, 2016-In the present study, a novel intermittent badminton endurance (B-ENDURANCE) test was developed and tested in elite (n = 17) and skilled (n = 9) badminton players and in age-matched physically active men (nonbadminton players; n = 8). In addition, B-ENDURANCE test-retest reproducibility was evaluated in 9 badminton players. The B-ENDURANCE test is an incremental test where each level consists of repeated sequences of badminton-specific actions toward the 4 corners of the court. The subject starts in the center of the court in front of a computer screen and within each sequence, he must, in a randomized order, complete 8 actions as dictated by the computer, providing the audiovisual input and verifying that the appropriate sensor is activated within the allocated time. Recovery time between each sequence is 10 seconds throughout the test, but the time to complete each sequence is gradually decreased until the subjects cannot follow the dictated tempo. The B-ENDURANCE test performance for elite players was better (p ≤ 0.05) compared with the skilled players and nonbadminton players. In addition, the B-ENDURANCE test performance correlated (r = 0.8 and p < 0.0001) with elite players' national single rankings. Test-retest coefficient of variation was 7.9% between the first 2 trials (i.e., without a familiarization trial) but reduced to 2.5% when comparing the second and third trials. In conclusion, the B-ENDURANCE test is relevant for the evaluation of badminton-specific endurance but at least 1 familiarization trial is recommended if the test is used for evaluation of longitudinal changes, e.g., tracking training effects.
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- Christian M Madsen
- 1Department of Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports, University of Copenhagen; Stenhus Gymnasium & HF, Holbæk, Denmark; and 2Department of Sport: Test and Knowledge Center Stenhus Gymnasium and HF, Holbæk, Denmark
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Pinto SS, Brasil RM, Alberton CL, Ferreira HK, Bagatini NC, Calatayud J, Colado JC. Noninvasive Determination of Anaerobic Threshold Based on the Heart Rate Deflection Point in Water Cycling. J Strength Cond Res 2016. [PMID: 26200195 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000001099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Stephanie S Pinto
- 1Physical Education School, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, Brazil; 2Research Group in Sport and Health, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain; and 3Physical Education School, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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The science of badminton: game characteristics, anthropometry, physiology, visual fitness and biomechanics. Sports Med 2015; 45:473-95. [PMID: 25549780 DOI: 10.1007/s40279-014-0287-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 146] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Badminton is a racket sport for two or four people, with a temporal structure characterized by actions of short duration and high intensity. This sport has five events: men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, and mixed doubles, each requiring specific preparation in terms of technique, control and physical fitness. Badminton is one of the most popular sports in the world, with 200 million adherents. The decision to include badminton in the 1992 Olympics Game increased participation in the game. This review focuses on the game characteristics, anthropometry, physiology, visual attributes and biomechanics of badminton. Players are generally tall and lean, with an ectomesomorphic body type suited to the high physiological demands of a match. Indeed, a typical match characteristic is a rally time of 7 s and a resting time of 15 s, with an effective playing time of 31%. This sport is highly demanding, with an average heart rate (HR) of over 90% of the player's maximal HR. The intermittent actions during a game are demanding on both the aerobic and anaerobic systems: 60-70% on the aerobic system and approximately 30% on the anaerobic system, with greater demand on the alactic metabolism with respect to the lactic anaerobic metabolism. The shuttlecock has an atypical trajectory, and the players perform specific movements such as lunging and jumping, and powerful strokes using a specific pattern of movement. Lastly, badminton players are visually fit, picking up accurate visual information in a short time. Knowledge of badminton can help to improve coaching and badminton skills.
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Jaworski J, Żak M. The Structure of Morpho-Functional Conditions Determining the Level of Sports Performance of Young Badminton Players. J Hum Kinet 2015; 47:215-23. [PMID: 26557205 PMCID: PMC4633257 DOI: 10.1515/hukin-2015-0077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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The aim of the study was to determine the structure of morpho-functional models that determine the level of sports performance in three consecutive stages of training of young badminton players. In the course of the study, 3 groups of young badminton players were examined: 40 preadolescents aged 11–13, 32 adolescents aged 14–16, and 24 adolescents aged 17–19. The scope of the study involved basic anthropometric measurements, computer tests analysing motor coordination abilities, motor skills encompassing speed, muscular power and strength, and cardiorespiratory endurance. Results of the study indicate that the structure of morpho-functional models varies at different stages of sports training. Sets of variables determining sports performance create characteristic complexes of variables that do not constitute permanent models. The dominance of somatic features and coordination abilities in the early stages of badminton training changes for the benefit of speed and strength abilities.
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- Janusz Jaworski
- Department of Physical Education, Institute of Sport, Department of Sport and Kinesiology, University School of Physical Education in Krakow
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- Department of Physical Education, Institute of Sport, Section of Athletics Sports and Recreational Training, University School of Physical Education in Krakow
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Madsen CM, Karlsen A, Nybo L. Novel Speed Test for Evaluation of Badminton-Specific Movements. J Strength Cond Res 2015; 29:1203-10. [PMID: 25051008 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000000635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Christian M Madsen
- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Development of a specific anaerobic field test for aerobic gymnastics. PLoS One 2015; 10:e0123115. [PMID: 25876039 PMCID: PMC4395203 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0123115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2014] [Accepted: 02/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The current investigation aimed to develop a valid specific field test to evaluate anaerobic physical performance in Aerobic Gymnastics athletes. We first designed the Specific Aerobic Gymnast Anaerobic Test (SAGAT), which included gymnastics-specific elements performed in maximal repeated sprint fashion, with a total duration of 80-90 s. In order to validate the SAGAT, three independent sub-studies were performed to evaluate the concurrent validity (Study I, n=8), the reliability (Study II, n=10) and the sensitivity (Study III, n=30) of the test in elite female athletes. In Study I, a positive correlation was shown between lower-body Wingate test and SAGAT performance (Mean power: p = 0.03, r = -0.69, CI: -0.94 to 0.03 and Peak power: p = 0.02, r = -0.72, CI: -0.95 to -0.04) and between upper-body Wingate test and SAGAT performance (Mean power: p = 0.03, r = -0.67, CI: -0.94 to 0.02 and Peak power: p = 0.03, r = -0.69, CI: -0.94 to 0.03). Additionally, plasma lactate was similarly increased in response to SAGAT (p = 0.002), lower-body Wingate Test (p = 0.021) and a simulated competition (p = 0.007). In Study II, no differences were found between the time to complete the SAGAT in repeated trials (p = 0.84; Cohen’s d effect size = 0.09; ICC = 0.97, CI: 0.89 to 0.99; MDC95 = 0.12 s). Finally, in Study III the time to complete the SAGAT was significantly lower during the competition cycle when compared to the period before the preparatory cycle (p < 0.001), showing an improvement in SAGAT performance after a specific Aerobic Gymnastics training period. Taken together, these data have demonstrated that SAGAT is a specific, reliable and sensitive measurement of specific anaerobic performance in elite female Aerobic Gymnastics, presenting great potential to be largely applied in training settings.
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Baiget E, Fernández-Fernández J, Iglesias X, Rodríguez FA. Heart rate deflection point relates to second ventilatory threshold in a tennis test. J Strength Cond Res 2014; 29:765-71. [PMID: 25162649 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000000664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The relationship between heart rate deflection point (HRDP) and the second ventilatory threshold (VT2) has been studied in continuous sports, but never in a tennis-specific test. The aim of the study was to assess the relationships between HRDP and the VT2, and between the maximal test performance and the maximal oxygen uptake ((Equation is included in full-text article.)) in an on-court specific endurance tennis test. Thirty-five high-level tennis players performed a progressive tennis-specific field test to exhaustion to determine HRDP, VT2, and (Equation is included in full-text article.). Ventilatory gas exchange parameters were continuously recorded by a portable telemetric breath-by-breath gas exchange measurement system. Heart rate deflection point was identified at the point at which the slope values of the linear portion of the time/heart rate (HR) relationship began to decline and was successfully determined in 91.4% of the players. High correlations (r = 0.79-0.96; p < 0.001) between physiological (HR and oxygen uptake [(Equation is included in full-text article.)]) and performance (Time, Stage, and Frequency of balls [Ballf]) variables corresponding to HRDP and VT2 were observed. Frequency of balls at the HRDP (BallfHRDP) was detected at 19.8 ± 1.7 shots per minute. Paired t-test showed no significant differences in HR (178.9 ± 8.5 vs. 177.9 ± 8.7 b·min for HRDP vs. HRVT2, respectively) at intensities corresponding to HRDP and VT2. Maximal test performance and (Equation is included in full-text article.)were moderately correlated (r = 0.56; p < 0.001). Heart rate deflection point obtained from this specific tennis test can be used to determine the VT2, and the BallfHRDP can be used as a practical performance variable to prescribe on-court specific aerobic training at or near VT2.
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- Ernest Baiget
- 1Sport Performance Analysis Research Group, University of Vic, Barcelona, Spain; 2Sports Research Center, Miguel Hernandez University, Elche, Spain; and 3INEFC-Barcelona Research Group on Sport Sciences, Barcelona, Spain
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Kondrič M, Zagatto AM, Sekulić D. The physiological demands of table tennis: a review. J Sports Sci Med 2013; 12:362-370. [PMID: 24149139 PMCID: PMC3772576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2013] [Accepted: 07/31/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Although table tennis has a tradition lasting more than 100 years, relatively little is known about players' physiological requirements - especially during competition. In this review we discuss research studies that have led to our current understanding of how the body functions during table tennis training and competition and how this is altered by training. Match and practice analysis of the table tennis game indicates that during intense practice and competition it is predominantly the anaerobic alactic system that is called into play, while the endurance system is relied on to recovery the anaerobic stores used during such effort. It is thus important for coaches to keep in mind that, while the anaerobic alactic system is the most energetic system used during periods of exertion in a table tennis game, a strong capacity for endurance is what helps a player recover quicker for the following match and the next day of competition. This paper provides a review of specific studies that relate to competitive table tennis, and highlights the need for training and research programs tailored to table tennis. Key PointsMatch and practice analysis of the table tennis game indicates that during intense practice and competition it is predominantly the anaerobic alactic system that is called into play.The endurance system is relied on to recovery the anaerobic stores used during hard practice and competition effort.It is important for coaches to keep in mind that, while the anaerobic alactic system is the most energetic system used during periods of exertion in a table tennis game, a strong capacity for endurance is what helps a player recover quicker for the following match and the next day of competition.
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- Miran Kondrič
- University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Sport , Slovenia
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PURPOSE To overcome the limitations of traditional 1-dimensional fitness tests in analyzing physiological properties of badminton players, a badminton-specific endurance test (BST) was created. This study aimed at analyzing the influence of various fitness dimensions on BST performance. METHODS 18 internationally competing male German badminton players (22.4 ± 3.2 y, 79.2 ± 7.7 kg, 1.84 ± 0.06 m, world-ranking position [WRP] 21-501) completed a straight-sprint test, a change-of-direction speed test, various jump tests (countermovement jump, drop jump, standing long jump), a multistage running test (MST), and the BST. During this on-court field test players have to respond to a computerized sign indicating direction and speed of badminton-specific movements by moving into the corresponding corners. RESULTS Significant correlations were found between performance in MST and BST (individual anaerobic threshold [IAT], r = .63, P = .005; maximum velocity [Vmax], r = .60, P = .009). A negative correlation (r = -.59, P = .014) was observed between IAT in BST and drop-jump contact time. No further associations between performance indices could be detected. Apart from a small portion explained by MST results (IAT, R2 = .40; Vmax, R2 = .36), the majority of BST performance cannot be explained by the determined physiological correlates. Moreover, it was impossible to predict the WRP of a player on the basis of BST results (r = -.15, P = .55). CONCLUSIONS Neither discipline-specific performance nor basic physiological properties were appropriately reflected by a BST in elite badminton players. This does not substantiate its validity for regular use as a testing tool. However, it may be useful for monitoring on-court training sessions.
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Sleeper MD, Kenyon LK, Casey E. Measuring fitness in female gymnasts: the gymnastics functional measurement tool. Int J Sports Phys Ther 2012; 7:124-138. [PMID: 22530187 PMCID: PMC3325636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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PURPOSE/BACKGROUND A reliable and valid method of measuring and monitoring a gymnast's total physical fitness level is needed to assist female gymnasts in achieving healthy, injury-free participation in the sport. The Gymnastics Functional Measurement Tool (GFMT) was previously designed as a field-test to assess physical fitness in female competitive gymnasts. The purpose of this study was to further develop the GFMT by establishing a scoring system for individual test items and to initiate the process of establishing the test-retest reliability and construct validity of the GFMT. METHODS A total of 105 competitive female gymnasts ages 6-18 underwent testing using the GFMT. Fifty of these subjects underwent re-testing one week later in order to assess test-retest reliability. Construct validity was assessed using a simple regression analysis between total GFMT scores and the gymnasts' competition level to calculate the coefficient of determination (r(2)). Test-retest reliability was analyzed using Model 1 Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC). Statistical significance was set at the p<0.05 level. RESULTS The relationship between total GFMT scores and subjects' current USAG competitive level was found to be good (r(2) = 0.60). Reliability testing of the GFMT total score showed good test-retest reliability over a one week period (ICC=0.97). Test-retest reliability of the individual component items was good (ICC = 0.80-0.92). CONCLUSIONS The results of this study provide initial support for the construct validity and test-retest reliability of the GFMT.
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- Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan USA
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- Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois USA
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois USA
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Cabo JV, Martinez-Camblor P, Del Valle M. Validity of the modified conconi test for determining ventilatory threshold during on-water rowing. J Sports Sci Med 2011; 10:616-623. [PMID: 24149549 PMCID: PMC3761509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2011] [Accepted: 08/02/2011] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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The objectives of this study were to design a field test based on the Conconi protocol to determine the ventilatory threshold of rowers and to test its reliability and validity. A group of sixteen oarsmen completed a modified Conconi test for on-water rowing. The reliability of the detection of the heart rate threshold was evaluated using heart rate breaking point in the Conconi test and retest. Heart rate threshold was detected in 88.8% of cases in the test-retest. The validity of the modified Conconi test was evaluated by comparing the heart rate threshold data acquired with that obtained in a ventilatory threshold test (VT2). No significant differences were found for the values of different intensity parameters i.e. heart rate (HR), oxygen consumption (VO2), stroke rate (SR) and speed (S) between the heart rate threshold and the ventilatory threshold, (170.9 ± 6.8 vs. 169.3 ± 6.4 beats·min(-1); 42.0 ± 8.6 vs. 43.5 ± 8.3 ml·kg(-1)·min(-1); 25.8 ± 3.3 vs. 27.0 ± 3.2 strokes·min(-1) and 14.4 ± 0.8 vs. 14.6 ± 0.8 km·h(-1)). The differences in averages obtained in the Conconi test-retest were small with a low standard error of the mean. The reliability data between the Conconi test-retest showed low coefficients of variations (CV) and high intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC). The total errors for the Conconi test-retest are low for the measured variables (1.31 HR, 0.87 VO2, 0.65 SR, and 0.1 S). The Bland- Altman's method for analysis validity showed a strong concordance according to the analyzed variables. We conclude that the modified Conconi test for on-water rowing is a valid and reliable method for the determination of the second ventilatory threshold (VT2). Key pointsThe Modified Conconi test for on-water rowing is a simple and non-invasive method for the determination of anaerobic threshold for on-water rowing.The modified Conconi protocol for rowing was also shown to be a valid protocol for the calculation of the second ventilatory threshold using the ventilatory method.The Bland-Altman analysis suggests an adequate concordance for the modified Conconi test with the ventilatory method for the measurement of the ventilatory threshold.
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Value of the Application of the Heart Rate Performance Curve in Sports. Int J Sports Physiol Perform 2010; 5:437-47. [DOI: 10.1123/ijspp.5.4.437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The heart rate performance curve (HRPC) has been shown to be nonlinearly related to work load. This phenomenon has been used to determine a defection point and to be related to the lactate anaerobic threshold. The original method was heavily criticized, and the method was challenged by several authors. However, some authors also demonstrated a high value for this method’s application in various sports conditions. Unfortunately, the HRPC was shown to be not uniform and three different patterns were found. Basic investigations have shown a dependence of the HR-defection on beta1-receptor sensitivity, which gave a plausible explanation of the phenomenon. Important details regarding the testing protocol and the method of turn point determination are given in this review. As a conclusion, we may state that based on numerous studies the method is plausible and valid to determine aerobic exercise performance in various laboratory ergometer and specific sports-related field conditions. Standard protocol conditions adjusted to the exercise performance level of subjects and a computer-supported determination of turn points are necessary to obtain reliable results. Large-scale investigations to validate the heart rate turn point with maximal lactate steady state are still needed. However, from the available literature, the application of this noninvasive method can be recommended to determine aerobic exercise performance in various sports. This noninvasive test is easy to perform repeatedly, which gives interesting possibilities for the monitoring of training adaptation in the short term, such as altitude training or specifc taper forms.
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Zagatto AM, Morel EA, Gobatto CA. Physiological responses and characteristics of table tennis matches determined in official tournaments. J Strength Cond Res 2010; 24:942-9. [PMID: 20300034 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0b013e3181cb7003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to verify the physiological responses and the match characteristics of table tennis and also to compare these responses in 2 different performance-level athletes from official tournaments. Twenty male table tennis players (12 regional experience-RP and 8 national and international experience-NP) were participants in the study. Blood lactate concentration ([LAC]) and heart rate (HR) were measured as physiological parameters in 21 official table tennis matches, and other 12 matches had recorded the duration of rally (DR), rest time, effort and rest ratio (E:R), total playing time (TPT), effective playing time (EPT), and frequency of shots by video analyses. The [LAC] verified in all matches was 1.8 mmol.L (+/-0.8), whereas the [LAC] peak was 2.2 mmol.L (+/-0.8). There were no significant differences between the 2 groups (p > 0.05) in both parameters. The HR was 164 b.min (+/-14), corresponding to 81.2% (+/-7.4) of the predicted maximum HR. As characteristics of the matches, the DR corresponded to 3.4 seconds (+/-1.7), rest time to 8.1 seconds (+/-5.1), E:R to 0.4 (+/-0.2), TPT to 970.5 seconds (+/-336.1), EPT to 44.3% (+/-23.7), and frequency of shots to 35.3 balls.min (+/-7.7). Among groups, the rest time was lower in RP than in NP. Consistently, the E:R and EPT were higher in RP than in NP (p < 0.05). The results suggest that table tennis matches present the aerobic system as a principal output energy, the phosphagenic system being the most important during efforts. The information pertaining to the physiological profile and the characteristics of table tennis should be used by coaches planning physical training and specific exercise prescriptions aiming at achieving maximal sport performance.
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- Alessandro M Zagatto
- Department of Physical Education, Laboratory of Research in Exercise Physiology, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande-MS, Brazil
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Ooi CH, Tan A, Ahmad A, Kwong KW, Sompong R, Ghazali KAM, Liew SL, Chai WJ, Thompson MW. Physiological characteristics of elite and sub-elite badminton players. J Sports Sci 2010; 27:1591-9. [PMID: 19967588 DOI: 10.1080/02640410903352907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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The aims of this study were to establish the physical and physiological attributes of elite and sub-elite Malaysian male badminton players and to determine whether these attributes discriminate elite players from sub-elite players. Measurements and tests of basic anthropometry, explosive power, anaerobic recovery capacity, badminton-specific movement agility, maximum strength, and aerobic capacity were conducted on two occasions, separated by at least one day. The elite (n = 12) and sub-elite (n = 12) players' characteristics were, respectively: mean age 24.6 years (s = 3.7) and 20.5 years (s = 0.7); mass 73.2 kg (s = 7.6) and 62.7 kg (s = 4.2); stature 1.76 m (s = 0.07) and 1.71 m (s = 0.05); body fat 12.5% (s = 4.8) and 9.5% (s = 3.4); estimated VO(2max) 56.9 ml . kg(-1) . min(-1) (s = 3.7) and 59.5 ml . kg(-1) . min(-1) (s = 5.2). The elite players had greater maximum absolute strength in one-repetition maximum bench press (P = 0.015) compared with the sub-elite players. There were significant differences in instantaneous lower body power estimated from vertical jump height between the elite and sub-elite groups (P < 0.01). However, there was no significant difference between groups in shuttle run tests and on-court badminton-specific movement agility tests. Our results show that elite Malaysian male badminton players are taller, heavier, and stronger than their sub-elite counterparts. The test battery, however, did not allow us to discriminate between the elite and sub-elite players, suggesting that at the elite level tactical knowledge, technical skills, and psychological readiness could be of greater importance.
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Zagatto AM, Papoti M, Gobatto CA. Comparação entre ergômetros específico e convencionais na determinação da capacidade aeróbia de mesatenistas. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2009. [DOI: 10.1590/s1517-86922009000300008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar a necessidade de utilizar protocolo específico para avaliar a capacidade aeróbia de mesatenistas, comparando os testes aplicados em ergômetro específico com ergômetros convencionais. Para isso, nove mesatenistas foram os participantes do estudo (18,22 ± 2,33 anos; altura de 1,76 ± 0,09m; massa corporal de 67,36 ± 10,03kg; gordura corporal de 14,74 ± 6,69%; e índice de massa corporal (IMC) de 21,69 ± 2,71kg/m²). Foram aplicados os testes de lactato mínimo, realizados no ergômetro de braço (LACmin braço) e no cicloergômetro (LACmin ciclo) (ergômetros convencionais) e o teste de limiar anaeróbio em procedimento específico para o tênis de mesa (LAn espec) utilizando um lançador de bolas mecânico como ergômetro. Como procedimentos estatísticos foram utilizados o teste de análise de variância (ANOVA) one way e o teste de correlação produto-momento, com nível de significância de 5%. O LAn espec (48,11 ± 6,82 bolas.min-1) não foi significativamente correlacionado com a intensidade de LACmin braço (91,94 ± 11,51W) (r = 0,18; p = 0,72); e apresentou correlação negativa com a intensidade de LACmin ciclo (157,97 ± 12,51W) (r = - 0,80; p = 0,02). Desse modo, os resultados encontrados no estudo levam a concluir que existe necessidade do uso de protocolo específico para mensurar a capacidade aeróbia no tênis de mesa.
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Zagatto AM, Papoti M, Gobatto CA. Validity of critical frequency test for measuring table tennis aerobic endurance through specific protocol. J Sports Sci Med 2008; 7:461-466. [PMID: 24149951 PMCID: PMC3761906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2008] [Accepted: 08/18/2008] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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UNLABELLED The aim of this study was to validate critical frequency specific test (critf) for the estimation of the aerobic endurance in table tennis players. METHODS Eight male international-level table tennis players participated of this study. Specific tests were applied by using a mechanical ball thrower to control the intensity of the exercise. The critf was determined by applying three or four series of exercises to exhaustion (Tlim). The critf was evaluated by using lactate steady state test (90, 100, and 106 % of critf intensity). The other specific test was an incremental protocol used to determine the anaerobic threshold (AnTBI) and the onset of blood lactate accumulation (OBLA) using a ball thrower. RESULTS The critf (39.87 ± 3.31 balls·min(-1)) was not significantly different among AnTBI (48.11 ± 7.36 balls·min(- 1)) and OBLA3.5 (49.36 ± 12.04 balls·min(-1)) frequencies and it was correlated with AnTBI parameter (r = 0.78). At frequencies of the 90 and 100% of critf a dynamic equilibrium was verified in lactate concentration between the eighth and twentieth minutes. However, this dynamic equilibrium was not found at 106% intensity. CONCLUSION The data indicate that in table tennis the critf model can be used for measuring the aerobic endurance. Key pointsIn table tennis is need the use of a specific protocol for evaluation of the aerobic endurance.The critical frequency test in table tennis seems to represent the intensity of maximal equilibrium of lactatemia.The critical frequency test can be used for measuring table tennis aerobic endurance through specific protocol.
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- Alessandro M Zagatto
- Laboratory of Sport Applied Physiology, Sao Paulo State University-UNESP , Rio Claro, Brazil ; Laboratory of Research in Exercise Physiology (LAPEFE), Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) , Campo Grande-MS, Brazil
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Morel ÉA, Zagatto AM. Adaptação dos testes de lactato mínimo, potência crítica e limiar anaeróbio para avaliação da transição anaeróbia-anaeróbia em protocolo específico para o tênis de mesa. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2008. [DOI: 10.1590/s1517-86922008000600009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Os objetivos do estudo foram verificar a adaptação dos testes de lactato mínimo, freqüência crítica e limiar anaeróbio em protocolo específico para o tênis de mesa para avaliação da transição anaeróbia-anaeróbia; verificar a reprodutibilidade do teste de lactato mínimo; e verificar a associação desses procedimentos específicos com o limiar anaeróbio determinado em corrida em esteira rolante (LAn est). Para isso, foram estudados 11 mesatenistas com tempo mínimo de treinamento de dois anos. Foram aplicados os testes de: 1) lactato mínimo em duas ocasiões para análise da reprodutibilidade (LACmin1 e LACmin2); 2) teste de freqüência crítica (fcrit); 3) teste incremental para determinação do limiar anaeróbio através da concentração fixa de lactato de 3,5mM (LAn esp3,5) e regressão linear bissegmentada (LAnBI), todos em procedimentos específicos para o tênis de mesa; e 4) o limiar anaeróbio em corrida aplicado em esteira rolante (LAn est) determinado pela concentração fixa de lactato de 3,5mM. Nos procedimentos específicos foi utilizado um lançador de bolas mecânico como ergômetro e os participantes realizaram golpes apenas de forehand. Como procedimentos estatísticos foram utilizados os testes de Bland-Altman, correlação produto-momento e ANOVA one way, com nível de significância de 5%. As intensidades de LACmin (59,40 ± 4,06 e 61,56 ± 8,97 bolas.min-1) apresentaram boa concordância (teste de Bland-Altman) e foram significativamente correlacionadas (0,61). A fcrit, o LAn esp3,5 e o LAnBI foram correspondentes a 56,50 ± 6,84 bolas.min-1; 66,74 ± 5,03 bolas.min-1; e 62,67 ± 7,25 bolas.min-1, respectivamente. Foi verificada apenas diferença significativa entre as intensidades de LAn esp3,5 e de fcrit. Foram encontradas correlações significativas entre LACmin1 e LACmin2 (0,61), LACmin1 e fcrit (0,61), LACmin2 e fcrit (0,69), LAn esp3,5 e LAnBI (0,70), enquanto que o LAn est (9,11 ± 1,94km.h-1) foi apenas correlacionado com a intensidade de fcrit (0,73). Desse modo, pode-se concluir que o teste de LACmin específico é reprodutível e que esse procedimento, assim como o teste de fcrit, pode ser aplicado para avaliar a transição aeróbia-anaeróbia no tênis de mesa e que o LAn est deve ser utilizado com cautela na avaliação de mesatenistas.
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Lin H, Tong TK, Huang C, Nie J, Lu K, Quach B. Specific inspiratory muscle warm-up enhances badminton footwork performance. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab 2008; 32:1082-8. [PMID: 18059581 DOI: 10.1139/h07-077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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The effects of inspiratory muscle (IM) warm-up on IM function and on the maximum distance covered in a subsequent incremental badminton-footwork test (FWmax) were examined. Ten male badminton players were recruited to perform identical tests in three different trials in a random order. The control trial did not involve an IM warm-up, whereas the placebo and experimental trials did involve an IM warm-up consisting of two sets of 30-breath manoeuvres with an inspiratory pressure-threshold load equivalent to 15% (PLA) and 40% (IMW) maximum inspiratory mouth pressure, respectively. In the IMW trial, IM function was improved with 7.8%+/-4.0% and 6.9%+/-3.5% increases from control found in maximal inspiratory pressure at zero flow (P0) and maximal rate of P0 development (MRPD), respectively (p<0.05). FWmax was enhanced 6.8%+/-3.7%, whereas the slope of the linear relationship of the increase in the rating of perceived breathlessness for every minute (RPB/min) was reduced (p<0.05). Reduction in blood lactate ([La-]b) accumulation was observed when the test duration was identical to that of the control trial (P<0.05). In the PLA trial, no parameter was changed from control. For the changes (Delta) in parameters in IMW (n=10), negative correlations were found between DeltaP0 and DeltaRPB/min (r2=0.58), DeltaMRPD and DeltaRPB/min (r2=0.48), DeltaRPB/min, and DeltaFWmax (r2=0.55), but not between Delta[La-]b accumulation and DeltaFWmax. Such findings suggest that the IM-specific warm-up improved footwork performance in the subsequent maximum incremental badminton-footwork test. The improved footwork was partly attributable to the reduced breathless sensation resulting from the enhanced IM function, whereas the contribution of the concomitant reduction in [La-]b accumulation was relatively minor.
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- Hua Lin
- Physical Education Department, Liaoning Normal University, Huanghe Road 850, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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Girard O, Chevalier R, Leveque F, Micallef JP, Millet GP. Specific incremental field test for aerobic fitness in tennis. Br J Sports Med 2006; 40:791-6. [PMID: 16855066 PMCID: PMC2564396 DOI: 10.1136/bjsm.2006.027680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare metabolic and cardiorespiratory responses between subjects undergoing incremental treadmill (non-specific) and tennis field based (sport specific) tests. METHODS Nine junior competitive tennis players randomly performed two incremental protocols to exhaustion: a treadmill test (TT) and a tennis specific fitness test (FT). The FT consisted of repeated displacements replicating the game of tennis at increasing speed on a court. In both tests, ventilatory variables and heart rate (HR) were determined at the ventilatory threshold (VT), respiratory compensation point (RCP), and maximal loads (max). Blood lactate concentration was determined at the point of volitional fatigue. RESULTS Percentage (mean (SD)) maximal HR (83.6 (5.1) v 83.0 (2.8) and 92.1 (2.1) v 92.3 (2.1)%, respectively) and percentage maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) (69.4 (8.1) v 73.5 (6.1) and 84.4 (6.5) v 85.5 (8.7)%, respectively) at the VT and RCP were not different between the FT and TT subjects, whereas VO2max was higher in the FT than in the TT (63.8 (3.0) v 58.9 (5.3) ml/min/kg; p<0.05). Blood lactate concentration (10.7 (3.0) v 10.6 (4.3) mmol/l) did not differ between the TT and FT. CONCLUSIONS Although cardiorespiratory variables were not different at submaximal intensities between the two tests, VO2max values derived from laboratory measurements were underestimated. Using field testing in addition to treadmill testing provides a better measurement of a player's individual fitness level and may be routinely used to accurately prescribe appropriate aerobic exercise training.
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- O Girard
- UPRES - EA 2991, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Montpellier 1, Montpellier, France.
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Girard O, Sciberras P, Habrard M, Hot P, Chevalier R, Millet GP. Specific incremental test in elite squash players. Br J Sports Med 2006; 39:921-6. [PMID: 16306500 PMCID: PMC1725079 DOI: 10.1136/bjsm.2005.018101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare cardiorespiratory responses between incremental treadmill (non-specific) and field (sport specific) tests in elite squash players. METHODS Seven elite players (ranked 1 to 25 in their national federation including the World number 1) randomly performed an incremental treadmill test (TT) and a squash specific graded test (ST) to exhaustion. The ST consisted of repeated displacements replicating the game of squash, at increasing speed on the court. In both tests, ventilatory variables and heart rate were determined at the ventilatory threshold, respiratory compensation point, and maximal loads (max). RESULTS Heart rate and percentage maximal oxygen uptake (VO2MAX) at the ventilatory threshold and respiratory compensation point were not different between the ST and TT, whereas VO2MAX was higher in the ST than in the TT (63.6 (3.0) v 54.9 (2.5) ml/kg/min; p < 0.001). Time to exhaustion was not different between the ST and TT (1056 (180) v 962 (71) seconds) but correlated with the ranking of the players only in the ST (r = -0.96, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS VO2MAX values derived from laboratory testing were not relevant for accurately estimating fitness in elite squash players. So the ST may be used as an additional test for determination of training intensity. Improved training advice for prescribing aerobic exercise or perfecting stroke technique may result from these results.
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- O Girard
- UPRES EA 2991, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France.
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