Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players

Objectives. The study aimed to investigate the impact of skill-based maximal-intensity interval training on cardiovascular and muscular performance variables in male hockey players. Materials and methods. For this study, a group of 24 male hockey players were carefully selected. The participants we...

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Main Authors: Sooryajith Kv, M. Senthil Kumar
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Published: OVS LLC 2024-12-01
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description Objectives. The study aimed to investigate the impact of skill-based maximal-intensity interval training on cardiovascular and muscular performance variables in male hockey players. Materials and methods. For this study, a group of 24 male hockey players were carefully selected. The participants were divided into two groups: SBT (n = 12) and CG (n = 12). A 12-week programme was carried out, comprising skill-specific, high-intensity interval training sessions that took place three times per week. Data was gathered prior to and following the study. The variables selected for evaluating consisted of a 20-meter, 30-meter, and 50-meter sprint, along with agility, speed endurance, and cardiovascular endurance. Pre and post data were subjected to statistical analyses. Results. The findings of statistical analyses indicate a significant positive impact due to performing the 12-week skill-based intensive training. The SBT group consistently demonstrated superior performance compared to the CG group. This was evident through their significantly faster completion times in distances of 20 m, 30 m, and 50 m, as well as their agility tasks. Additionally, the SBT group achieved higher scores in endurance measures. The effect sizes observed in the study were quite significant, indicating substantial differences between the groups. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that the CG group did not exhibit any marked changes from the pre-test to the post-test in any measure. Conclusions. After a period of 12 weeks, it has been observed that skill-based maximal-intensity interval training leads to significant improvements in both anaerobic and aerobic performance. This training is essential for athletes as they prepare for the end of the season. According to the study, it is recommended that hockey and other coaches focus their efforts on skill-based maximal-intensity interval training. While this study did not specifically assess technical abilities, it found that this training technique significantly enhanced physical performance. This research and training could prove advantageous for athletes and coaches who prioritise honing their skills.
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spelling doaj-art-25505e81b9c74b8bb21a034b3bf5cc7a2024-12-10T14:47:10ZengOVS LLCPhysical Education Theory and Methodology1993-79891993-79972024-12-0124692092710.17309/tmfv.2024.6.092859Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey PlayersSooryajith Kv0https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5958-7190M. Senthil Kumar1https://orcid.org/0009-0003-7269-4208SRM Institute of Science and TechnologySRM Institute of Science and TechnologyObjectives. The study aimed to investigate the impact of skill-based maximal-intensity interval training on cardiovascular and muscular performance variables in male hockey players. Materials and methods. For this study, a group of 24 male hockey players were carefully selected. The participants were divided into two groups: SBT (n = 12) and CG (n = 12). A 12-week programme was carried out, comprising skill-specific, high-intensity interval training sessions that took place three times per week. Data was gathered prior to and following the study. The variables selected for evaluating consisted of a 20-meter, 30-meter, and 50-meter sprint, along with agility, speed endurance, and cardiovascular endurance. Pre and post data were subjected to statistical analyses. Results. The findings of statistical analyses indicate a significant positive impact due to performing the 12-week skill-based intensive training. The SBT group consistently demonstrated superior performance compared to the CG group. This was evident through their significantly faster completion times in distances of 20 m, 30 m, and 50 m, as well as their agility tasks. Additionally, the SBT group achieved higher scores in endurance measures. The effect sizes observed in the study were quite significant, indicating substantial differences between the groups. Furthermore, it is noteworthy that the CG group did not exhibit any marked changes from the pre-test to the post-test in any measure. Conclusions. After a period of 12 weeks, it has been observed that skill-based maximal-intensity interval training leads to significant improvements in both anaerobic and aerobic performance. This training is essential for athletes as they prepare for the end of the season. According to the study, it is recommended that hockey and other coaches focus their efforts on skill-based maximal-intensity interval training. While this study did not specifically assess technical abilities, it found that this training technique significantly enhanced physical performance. This research and training could prove advantageous for athletes and coaches who prioritise honing their skills.https://tmfv.com.ua/journal/article/view/2837skill-based traininghigh-intensity interval traininghockeyphysical performancetraining method
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Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
Physical Education Theory and Methodology
skill-based training
high-intensity interval training
hockey
physical performance
training method
title Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
title_full Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
title_fullStr Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
title_full_unstemmed Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
title_short Ascertaining the Impact of Skill-Based, Intensive Training on the Cardiovascular and Muscular Performance of Male Hockey Players
title_sort ascertaining the impact of skill based intensive training on the cardiovascular and muscular performance of male hockey players
topic skill-based training
high-intensity interval training
hockey
physical performance
training method
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