Percepción del esfuerzo y niveles objetivos de intensidad en clases de Educación Física de escolares de primaria según sexo y estado nutricional: Estudio piloto / Perception of Effort and Objective Levels of Intensity in Physical Education Classes of Primary Schoolchildren According to Gender and Nutritional Status: A Pilot Study

Resumen El presente estudio aborda el análisis del esfuerzo percibido y tiempo en actividades de intensidad moderada y vigorosa en clases de Educación Física, considerando las diferencias según sexo y el estado nutricional de la persona estudiante. Participaron 95 estudiantes de 5° y 6° año de primaria de escuelas de la ciudad de Coyhaique, Chile. Se utilizó la escala EPInfant para la evaluación del esfuerzo percibido y acelerómetros Actigraph GT3X+ para determinar el tiempo en intensidad moderada y vigorosa. En el esfuerzo percibido no se encontraron diferencias significativas según sexo (p=0,144), pero sí según estado nutricional, siendo los estudiantes con obesidad quienes indican una percepción de esfuerzo mayor que el estudiantado de peso normal (p=0,022). En actividades moderadas y vigorosas dentro de la clase de Educación Física, los niños presentan significativamente más minutos en comparación a las niñas (p=0,017); mientras que los escolares normopeso presentarían levemente mayor tiempo en este nivel de intensidad, sin que esta diferencia sea estadísticamente significativa (p=0,622). El esfuerzo realizado en las clases de Educación Física ha sido percibido como más exigente por los escolares con obesidad, y para esto se deben comprender las dificultades físicas y motrices que este grupo presenta. Asimismo, las niñas han participado un menor tiempo en intensidades moderadas y vigorosas, por lo que es pertinente buscar estrategias que permitan aumentar el tiempo de su participación.

Abstract This study focuses on the analysis of perceived effort and time of moderate and vigorous activities in physical education classes, considering differences based on gender and the nutritional status of schoolchildren. A total of 95 children in 5th and 6th grade of primary school in the city of Coyhaique, Chile, participated in the study. The EPInfant scale was used to assess the perceived effort, and Actigraph GT3X+ accelerometers were used to determine the time of moderate and vigorous activity. No significant differences were found in the perceived effort by gender (p=0.144); instead, by nutritional status, obese students indicated a higher perceived effort than students with a normal weight (p=0.220). Regarding moderate and vigorous activities in Physical Education class, the boys were significantly more active than the girls (p=0.017). In contrast, normal-weight children were slightly more active at this intensity level, but this difference was not statistically significant (p=0.622). The effort in Physical Education classes has been perceived as more demanding by the obese students; for this reason, it is important to understand the physical and motor difficulties that this group presents. Likewise, girls have participated for a shorter time in moderate and vigorous intensities, being pertinent to look for didactic strategies to increase the time of their participation.

Resumo O presente estudo aborda a análise do esforço e do tempo percebido em atividades de intensidade moderada e vigorosa nas aulas de educação física, considerando as diferenças de acordo com o sexo e o estado nutricional de cada estudante. Participaram do estudo noventa e cinco alunos do 5º e 6º ano do ensino fundamental de escolas da cidade de Coyhaique, no Chile. A escala EPInfant foi utilizada para avaliar o esforço percebido e os acelerômetros Actigraph GT3X+ para determinar o tempo em intensidade moderada e vigorosa. Não foram encontradas diferenças significativas na percepção de esforço segundo o sexo (p=0,144), mas foram encontradas diferenças significativas segundo o estado nutricional, com estudantes obesos indicando uma percepção de maior esforço do que estudantes de peso normal (p=0,022). Nas atividades moderadas e vigorosas nas aulas de Educação Física, os meninos apresentam significativamente mais minutos que as meninas (p=0,017), enquanto os estudantes de peso normal apresentaram um pouco mais de tempo nesse nível de intensidade, embora essa diferença não tenha sido estatisticamente significativa (p=0,622). O esforço feito nas aulas de educação física foi percebido como mais exigente por estudantes obesos, e para isso é necessário compreender as dificuldades físicas e motoras que este grupo apresenta. Da mesma forma, as meninas têm participado por um tempo mais curto em intensidades moderadas e vigorosas, por isso é pertinente procurar estratégias para aumentar o tempo da sua participação.

Kinematic analysis and self-perceived exertion during the walking gait with a backpack in Brazilian scholars

Abstract Aim: The present study aimed to investigate the effects of different backpack loads on the walking gait kinematics and ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) in Brazilian scholars. Methods: The sample was composed of 25 male children and adolescents, from 10 to 14 years. The mean body mass and height were 45.3 kg ± 10.6 kg and 1.51 m ± 0.08 m, respectively. For the walking gait assessment, a tridimensional analysis system was used. In the backpack conditions, loads of 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% were applied according to the body weight of everyone. Kinematic variables and angular amplitudes of head, shoulders, thorax, pelvis, and knees in the sagittal plane were collected. The OMNI scale was used to assess the RPE. Results: The loads of 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% promoted postural adjustments and alterations in the walking gait, in which the RPE presented a correlation with those alterations. The step in the left cycle altered from the baseline in the 5% (p = 0.006). The stride length altered from baseline in the 5% (p = 0.030) and 10% (p < 0.001) load conditions. The single support time was different from baseline in all conditions (p = 0.003; p = 0.012; p = 0.005; p = 0.006). The walking gait cadence was different in the comparison between baseline in the 5% (p = 0.003). Thorax amplitude altered in the 10% (p = 0.023), 15% (p = 0.033) and 20% (p = 0.005) load conditions in the left cycle. Conclusion: We concluded that the posture, RPE, and the gait kinematic altered according to the increase in the backpack load.

Influence of the use of compression stockings on physiological, perceptual, and affective responses during running in recreational runners / Influência do uso de meias de compressão nas respostas fisiológicas, perceptuais e afetivas durante a corridas em corridores recreacionais

Este estudo objetivou comparar a influência do uso de polainas de compressão nas respostas fisiológicas, perceptuais e afetivas durante a corrida em corredores recreacionais. Dez corredores recreacionais (31,5 ± 9,7 anos) participaram deste estudo. Todos os sujeitos completaram três visitas ao laboratório: (a) familiarização e teste incremental até a exaustão (b) duas sessões de exercícios realizadas em dias diferentes. Cada sessão envolveu o mesmo protocolo de exercícios (20 minutos continuamente a uma intensidade de 80% da velocidade máxima da esteira a lcançada no teste incremental até a exaustão), com ou sem o uso de meias de compressão. A Felt Arousal Scale (FAS), Feeling Scale (FS), percepção subjetiva de esforço (PSE), o consumo de oxigênio (VO2) e a frequência cardíaca (FC) foram registradas durante cada sessão experimental. Os resultados não mostraram diferenças entre as condições fisiológicas (% VO2máx: 88,1 ± 8,3 vs 87,1 ± 11,32; % HR: 91,8 ± 2,8 vs 90,8 ± 3,2), e as respostas perceptuais (PSE: 6,4 ± 1,2 vs 6,2 ± 1,4) e afetivas (FS: 0,35 ± 2,4 vs 0,37 ± 2,3; FAS: 4,3 ± 0,7 vs 4,3 ± 1,1) durante cada sessão de exercício. Os resultados do presente estudo indicam que o uso de polainas de compressão não promove benefícios fisiológicos, perceptuais e afetivas durante a corrida em corredores recreacionais.(AU)

This study aimed to compare the influence of wearing compression stockings on physiological, perceptual, and affective respon ses during running in recreational runners. Ten recreational runners (31.5 ± 9.7 years) participated in this study. All subjects completed three visits to the lab: (a) familiarization and incremental test until exhaustion (b) two exercise sessions conducted on different days. Each session involved the same exercise protocol (20 min continuously at an intensity of 80% of the maximum treadmill speed achieved in the incremental test until exhaustion), with or without the use of compression stockings. The Felt Arousal Scale (FAS), Feeling Scale (FS), Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE), oxygen consumption (VO2), and heart rate (HR) were recorded during each experimental session. Results showed no differ ences between the conditions of physiological (% VO2máx: 88.1 ± 8.3 vs 87.1 ± 11.32; % HR: 91.8 ± 2.8 vs 90.8 ± 3.2), perceptual (RPE: 6.4 ± 1.2 vs 6.2 ± 1.4) and affective (FS: 0.35 ± 2.4 vs 0.37 ± 2.3; FAS: 4.3 ± 0.7 vs 4.3 ± 1.1) responses during each exercise sessio n. The results of the present study suggest that wearing of compression stockings does not promote physiological, perceptual, and affective benefits during running of recreational runners.(AU)

Efeitos dos jogos reduzidos sobre os marcadores psicofisiológicos de atletas de futsal feminino / Effects of small-sided games on psychophysiological markers of female futsal athletes

O objetivo do estudo foi analisar o efeito da quantidade de balizas em jogos reduzidos no futsal (JRF's) sobre a carga interna e resposta afetiva. Participaram do estudo oito atletas adultas de futsal feminino, que treinavam regularmente cinco vezes por semana. Foram analisadas duas sessões de treinamento: 1) JRF1baliza 4 x 4 com uma baliza para cada equipe; 2) JRF3balizas4 x 4 com três balizas para cada equipe. A ordem dos JRF's foi escolhida de forma randomizada. Para análise da carga interna utilizou-se a escala CR 0-10 de percepção subjetiva de esforço (PSE) e para a resposta afetiva, utilizou-se a escala de sentimento (feeling scale). Utilizou-se o teste t pareado para análise da resposta psicofisiológica, considerando significativo um valor p < 0,05. Em nossos resultados os valores de P SE foram semelhantes entre os JRF's (JRF1baliza: 4,5 ± 1,7 vs. JRF3balizas: 4,4 ± 0,7, p > 0,05) da mesma fo rm a para a resposta afetiva (JRF1baliza: 0,2 ± 0,8 vs. JRF3balizas: 0,1 ± 1,0, p > 0,05), adicionalmente observou-se que os valores de PSE fixaram-se em "um pouco difícil" e a resposta afetiva permaneceu positiva durante ambos os JRF's. Em suma, conclui-se que os JRF1baliza e JRF3balizas obtiveram respostas semelhante nos marcadores psicofisiológicos (PSE e Afeto) em atletas adultas de futsal feminino...(AU)

The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of the number of goals in futsal small-sided games (SSG) on the internal load and affective response. Eight adult female futsal players regularly training five times a week participated in the study. Two training sessions were analyzed: 1) SSG1goal 4 x 4 with one goal for each team; 2) SSG3goal 4 x 4 with three goals for each team. The order of SSG was chosen in a randomized fashion. The CR 0-10 scale of rating of perceived exertion (RPE) was ch o sen to analyze internal load and for the affective response, the feeling scale was used. Paired t test was used t o analyze the psychophysiological response, considering a value p < 0.05. It was observ ed t hat t he RPE values were similar between the SSG (SSG1goal: 4.5 ± 1.7 vs. SSG3goal: 4.4 ± 0.7, p > 0.05) in the same way for affective response (SSG1goal: 0.2 ± 0.8 vs. SSG3goal: 0.1 ± 1.0, p > 0.05), it was further observed that the RPE values were set as "a little difficult" and the values of the Feeling Scale was p o sit iv e durin g bo th SSG. In summary, the SSG1goal and SSG3goal being performed in random order with seven days rest between them, obtained similar responses in the psychophysiological markers in adult female futsal players...(AU)

Hydration status, sweating rate, heart rate and perceived exertion after running sessions in different relative humidity conditions: a randomized controlled trial

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of running in normal relative humidity (RH = 53%) and very high RH (94%) on hydration status (HS), sweating rate (SR), heart rate (HR), and rating of perceived exertion (RPE). Fourteen men (25.2 ± 6.6 yrs) performed two sessions of treadmill running. Body mass (normal RH: -1.35%, very high RH: -1.65%) HS (normal RH: -14.8%; very high RH: -20.8%) were reduced while RPE (normal RH: +26%; very high RH: +28%) and HR were increased (very high RH: +5.8%: 20-40 min, +3.1%: 40-60 min, +3%: 20-40 min; +2.3%: 40-60 min for normal RH). As expected, SR was significantly greater during very high RH (-20/8%) compared to normal RH (-14.8%). Running in very high RH at moderate temperature has a greater negative impact on SR, HS, body mass, HR, RPE in men than running in normal RH at the same temperature, which places the runner in greater danger of heat illnesses such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

RESUMO Analisar o impacto da corrida em diferentes humidade relativa (HR) (normal (53%), muito alto (94%)), estado de hidratação (EH), taxa de transpiração (TT), freqüência cardíaca (FC), esforço percebido (RPE). Quatorze homens (25,2 anos) realizaram duas sessões de corrida em esteira. Massa corporal (HR normal: -1,35%, HR muito alta: -1,65%) e EH reduziram (HR normal: -14,8%, HR muito alta: -20,8%), RPE (HR normal: + 26%, HR muito alta: + 28%), aumento da FC (HR muito alta: + 5.8%: 20-40 min, + 3.1%: 40-60 min, HR normal: + 3%: 20-40 min; + 2.3%: 40-60 min). TT foi significantemente diferente entre HR (HR normal: -14.8%, HR muito alta: -20.8%). Há um impacto negativo na corrida em EH, massa corporal, FC e RPE em homens com HR normal e muito alta, e TT é mais afetada com HR muito alta.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar las repercusiones de correr con diferentes niveles de humedad relativa (HR) (normal [53%], muy alta [94%]) sobre el estado de hidratación (EH), la tasa de sudoración (TS), la frecuencia cardíaca (FC) y el esfuerzo percibido (EP). Catorce hombres (25,2 ± 6,6 años) realizaron dos sesiones en cinta de correr. La masa corporal (HR normal: -1,35%; HR muy alta: -1,65%) y el EH (HR normal: -14,8%; HR muy alta: -20,8%) se redujeron, mientras que el EP (HR normal: +26%; HR muy alta: +28%) y la FC (HR muy alta: +5,8%: 20-40 min; +3,1%: 40-60 min; HR normal: + 3%: 20-40 min; + 2,3%: 40-60) aumentaron. La TS fue considerablemente diferente entre las HR (HR normal: -14,8%; muy alta HR: -20,8%). Hay repercusiones negativas por correr con una HR muy alta y una temperatura moderada en TS, EH, masa corporal, FC y EP en corredores que corren a una HR normal a la misma temperatura, lo que sitúa a estos en gran peligro de sufrir un enfermedad provocada por el calor, como agotamiento por calor o golpe de calor.

Comparação da carga de treinamento de atletas profissionais entre modos de treinos especificos do voleibol e de força / Comparison of the training load of professional athletes between modes of volleyball specific drills and strength conditioning

RESUMO O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar a carga de treinamento em três tipos de treinamentos de uma equipe de voleibol profissional.. Participaram do estudo 28 jogadores (26,6 ± 4,7 anos; 91,5 ± 8,5 Kg; 194,1 ± 6,0 cm). Foi realizada uma análise descritiva de 29 sessões de treino técnico, 84 tecnico-tático e 75 de musculação e isoladamente das variáveis que compõem a carga de treinamento, PSE e o tempo de duração da sessão, posteriormente sendo reunidos em média e desvio padrão de acordo com tipo de treino. Para análise dos dados foi adotado o teste de Shapiro-Wilk e em seguida aplicou-se o teste Anova Two-Way com o Post Hoc de Tamhane e também foi utilizado o tamanho do efeito para análise das comparações. Os resultados demonstraram respostas significativas e grande tamanho de efeitos quando comparados técnico e técnico-tático com a musculação na carga interna de treinamento TxM (TE=1,2: grande; p= 0,002); TTxM (TE=1,3: grande; p= 0,001) e no tempo de duração da sessão TxM (TE=1,7: grande; p= 0,001); TTxM (TE=2,0: grande; p= 0,001), já a PSE da sessão apresentou apenas uma diferença sigifcativa TTxM (TE= 0,8: moderado; p= 0,001). Os estímulos de treinamentos específicos de quadra como técnico e técnico-tático promoveram maior carga interna nos atletas do que o treino de força, através principalmente pela influencia da variável tempo de duração da sessão que refletiu a carga externa.

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to compare the training load in three types of training of a professional volleyball team. Participants were 28 players (26.6 ± 4.7 years, 91.5 ± 8.5 kg; 194.1 ± 6.0 cm). A descriptive analysis of 29 technical training sessions, 84 technical-tactical training sessions and 75 training sessions, and of the variables that compose the training load, PSE and the duration of the session were performed, and were then collected on average and standard deviation according to with type of training. To analyze the data, the Shapiro-Wilk test was adopted, and then the Anova Two-Way test was applied with Tamhane's Post Hoc and the effect size was also used for analysis of the comparisons. The results demonstrated significant responses and a large effect size when compared to technical and tactical-to- strength training (T = 1.2: large; p = 0.002); TTxM (TE = 1.3: large, p = 0.001) and the duration of the session / external load in the TxM training (TE = 1.7: large; p = 0.001); TTxM (TE = 2.0: large, p = 0.001), whereas the PSE of the session showed only a sigifcant difference TTxM (TE = 0.8: moderate; p = 0.001). The stimuli of specific training of court as technician and technician-tactician promoted greater internal load in the athletes than the strength training, mainly through the influence of the variable time of the session that reflected to external load.

Physical education class can improve acute inhibitory control in elementary school students

Abstract Aim: The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of a based-team sports physical education class on inhibitory control of elementary school children. Methods: Were selected 29 elementary school students (13 boys and 16 girls; 10.7 ± 0.7 years old; 43.2 ± 8.2 kg weight; 147 ± 5 cm height). Participants were submitted to a 50-minute sports-based physical education class performed at moderate intensity. Inhibitory control was measured before and immediately after the end of the physical education class by the Stroop Test. Results: Results indicate that the variables derived from Stroop Test performance overall reaction time were significantly reduced after the physical education class (p < 0.05). Conclusion: These results suggest that a 50-minute sports-based physical education class performed at moderate intensity elicited a significant improvement on the inhibitory control elementary school students.

Effect of combined training on ratings of perceived exertion and sensation of pleasure/displeasure in obese women / O efeito do treinamento combinado sobre a percepção subjetiva do esforço e sensação de prazer/desprazer em mulheres obesas

Abstract Self-selected intensities during walking and resistances training by obese subjects are below recommended guidelines to improve health-related outcomes. From this perspective, there is the possibility of combining both aerobic and resistance training in a single exercise session with the purpose of increasing training volume and optimizing physiological adaptations, while preserving positive affective responses. Until now, no study has assessed ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) and sensations of pleasure/displeasure (SPD) during a combined training session in obese women. The present study aimed to: (1) assess RPE and SPD during a combined training session in obese women; and (2) compare RPE and SPD responses during different resistance training exercises. Twelve sedentary obese women (age: 39.2 ±11.1 years; height: 160.4 ± 5.9 cm; body mass: 87.4 ± 5.8 kg; BMI: 33.6 ±1.2 kg.m-2) performed a combined aerobic and resistance training session. RPE and SPD were recorded during the session. Data were analyzed with One-way repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni's post hoc tests. The results revealed that, despite the increase in exercise volume, RPE responses were low and affective responses were positive. There were no significant differences in RPE and SPD values among resistance exercises. Combined aerobic and resistance training can be prescribed during the initial phase of a training program because it produces low perceived exertion and positive affective responses.

Resumo As intensidades autosselecionadas observadas tanto na caminhada como no treinamento resistido em obesos são inferiores as recomendações do ACSM, (2011) as quais, promovem melhora na aptidão cardiorrespiratória e força muscular. A partir disso, surge a hipótese de combinar os exercícios, aeróbio e resistido em uma única sessão com o intuito de aumentar o volume de treinamento otimizando os ajustes fisiológicos tentando preservar baixos níveis de percepção subjetiva do esforço (PSE) e sensações prazerosas (SPD) observadas nessa intensidade. Desta maneira, o presente estudo teve três objetivos: 1) verificar ao longo de uma sessão de treinamento combinado a PSE e a SPD em mulheres obesas; 2) analisar se ocorrerá alteração na PSE e SPD entre os diferentes exercícios resistidos; 3) investigar se existe correlação entre a PSE e SPD. Participaram doze mulheres obesas não praticantes de exercício físico com idades de 39.2±11.1 anos e IMC: 33.6±1.2 kg.m-2 as quais, foram submetidas a uma sessão de treinamento combinado com duração total de 60 minutos. Ao longo da sessão foram reportadas a PSE e SPD. Para analisar os dados foi utilizado uma ANOVA de medidas repetidas seguido de um Post Hock de Bonferroni. Os resultados demonstram que o volume aumentado produziu baixos valores de PSE (~3) e sensações prazerosas (~3) ao longo da sessão. Não foi encontrado diferença significativa da PSE e SPD entre os exercícios resistidos e foi evidenciada uma relação negativa moderada significativa (r= -0.624; p= 0.001 com 95% IC: -0.710; -0.280) entre a PSE e SPD. Sendo assim, o treinamento combinado pode ser prescrito para mulheres obesas, pois, produz baixa percepção de esforço e sensações prazerosas.

Comparação entre a PSE planejada pelo treinador com a percebida por jovens atletas de atletismo / Comparison between the RPE planned by coach with perceived by youth athletes of track and field

O sucesso do treinamento esportivo para jovens depende, também, de uma relação ótima entre a intensidade da sessão de treinamento prescrita pelo treinador e percebida pelo atleta, desta maneira, o objetivo do trabalho foi comparar a percepção subjetiva de esforço (PSE) indicada por jovens atletas de atletismo com a planejada pelo treinador para sessão de treinamento. Participaram do estudo 28 voluntários, de ambos os sexos, atletas de atletismo com pelo menos seis meses de treinamento, com média de idade 14,0 ± 1,32 anos, massa corporal 52,4 ± 11,5 e estatura 162,7 ± 9,3 cm, e o treinador da equipe, que tinha seis anos de experiência. O treinador apresentou previamente a execução do treinamento a PSE planejada para cada atleta, e a PSE dos jovens foi coletada 30 minutos após o término de cada sessão. A PSE planejada pelo treinador foi diferente da indicada pelo atleta (3,6 ± 1,2 e 3,1 ± 1,54, respectivamente) e também nas três intensidades; leve 1,80 ± 0,41 e 2,92 ± 1,13, moderada 3,54 ± 0,72 e 4,19 ± 1,45 e forte 7,35 ± 1,33 e 4,46 ± 0,63, respectivamente. Os jovens participantes deste trabalho percebem valores distintos de PSE quando comparada com a planejada pelo treinador, sendo que, para as intensidades leve e moderada sua PSE é menor e para a intensidade pesada é maior do que a planejada. Preconiza-se que haja acompanhamento diário das intensidades percebidas pelos atletas de atletismo durante o treinamento e também comparação constante com o que é planejado pelo treinador...(AU)

The success of sport training for young athletes, also depends, a great relationship between the intensity of the training session prescribed by coach and perceived by athlete, in this way, the aim of this study was to compare the rate of perceived exertion (RPE) indicated by the athlete and coach was planned to training session. The study included 28 healthy volunteers of both sexes , track and field athletes with at least 6 months of training, mean age 14.0 ± 1.32 years, body mass 52.4 ± 11.5 and 162.7 ± height 9.3 cm, and the coach of the team, he had 6 years of experience. The coach had previously done the training PSE planned for each athlete, and PSE youth was collected 30 minutes after the end of each session. The PSE planned by the coach was different from the athlete indicates (3.6 ± 1.2 e 3.1 ± 1.54, respectively), and also in the three intensities; Lightweight 1.80 ± 0.41 and 2.92 ± 1.13 , moderate 3.54 ± 0.72 and 4.19 ± 1.45 strong and 7.35 ± 1.33 and 4.46 ± 0.63, respectively. The young participants of this study perceive different values of RPE compared with planned by the coach and for low and moderate intensities, his RPE is smaller and the strong intensity is higher than planned. We recommend that there is daily monitoring of intensities perceived by track and field athletes during the training and also regular comparison between coaches planned and athletes perceived...(AU)

Effects of a 4-week high-intensity interval training on pacing during 5-km running trial

This study analyzed the influence of a 4-week high-intensity interval training on the pacing strategy adopted by runners during a 5-km running trial. Sixteen male recreational long-distance runners were randomly assigned to a control group (CON, n=8) or a high-intensity interval training group (HIIT, n=8). The HIIT group performed high-intensity interval-training twice per week, while the CON group maintained their regular training program. Before and after the training period, the runners performed an incremental exercise test to exhaustion to measure the onset of blood lactate accumulation, maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), and peak treadmill speed (PTS). A submaximal constant-speed test to measure the running economy (RE) and a 5-km running trial on an outdoor track to establish pacing strategy and performance were also done. During the 5-km running trial, the rating of perceived exertion (RPE) and time to cover the 5-km trial (T5) were registered. After the training period, there were significant improvements in the HIIT group of ∼7 and 5% for RE (P=0.012) and PTS (P=0.019), respectively. There was no significant difference between the groups for VO2max (P=0.495) or onset of blood lactate accumulation (P=0.101). No difference was found in the parameters measured during the 5-km trial before the training period between HIIT and CON (P>0.05). These findings suggest that 4 weeks of HIIT can improve some traditional physiological variables related to endurance performance (RE and PTS), but it does not alter the perception of effort, pacing strategy, or overall performance during a 5-km running trial.

The effects of different doses of caffeine on performance, rating of perceived exertion and pain perception in teenagers female karate athletes

ABSTRACT The present study set to examine the effects of different doses of caffeine on performance, rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and pain perception in female teenager athletes of karate. Ten female karate athletes (16.8±1.23 years; height 1.59±0.28 m; body-mass 57.73±8.33 kg; BMI 22.71±3.05 kg/m2) participated in the study. A double-blind, randomized, and crossover counterbalanced design was used. In three sessions (with an interval of seven days'), ten female karate athletes ingested low dose (2 mg/kg), moderate dose (5 mg/kg) caffeine, and placebo. Sixty minutes after consumption, they performed the tests as below: one repetition maximum and 60% of one repetition maximum in the leg press, explosive power test, and anaerobic RAST test. After the tests, the participants' RPE (6-20 scale) and pain perception (0-10 scale) were recorded using various categorical scales. The results showed that caffeine ingestion at moderate dose significantly reduced RPE and pain perception values compared with the placebo during muscular endurance test (P=0.0001 and P=0.039, respectively). The findings suggest that caffeine dose of 5 mg/kg body mass appears to improve RPE and pain perception in female teenager athletes of karate. The dose of 2 mg/kg body mass does not confer any additional improvement in performance.

Percepción de esfuerzo durante el ejercicio: ¿Es válida su medición en la población infantil? / Perceived exertion during exercise: is their measurement valid in children?

The perceived exertion (PE) corresponds to the subjective sensation caused, in part, by the me-tabolic changes during exercise. This variable has been widely used during exercise tests and during trainingprocesses andphysical rehabilitation in healthy and chronically diseased children. Additio-nally, it has been established that the assessment of PEproperties (validity and reliability) is strongly determined by the type of scale, the applied paradigm and the cognitive development. Evidence is overwhelming in establishing the validity of this measurement in children aging from 4 years old, by using adapted scales. At 8 years-old the application of estimate-production paradigm is suggested and from 13 to 15 years-old the Borg scale 6-20 would be used. In Chile EPInfant scale has been developed for measuring childperceived exertion. This scale has shown an acceptable performance in in cremental exercise test in healthy children aged 8 to 15 years old, justifying its use. We review the assessment of PE properties in children , considering key aspects in the design of scales and cognitive development of children. Additionally, the evidence regarding the validity of the Chilean scale EPInfant in children is presented. Finally the research currently under development and its projections on this issue are discussed.

La percepción de esfuerzo (PE) corresponde a la valoración subjetiva causada, en parte, por los cambios metabólicos durante el ejercicio. Esta variable ha sido ampliamente utilizada en pruebas de ejercicio y rehabilitación física en niños sanos y con enfermedades crónicas. Adicionalmente, ha sido establecido que las propiedades de medición (validez y confiabilidad) de la PE son fuertemente determinadas por el tipo de escala, paradigma de aplicación y desarrollo cognitivo. En este contexto, ha sido demostrado que la medición de la PE es válida en niños a partir de los 4 años a través de escalas adaptadas. Desde los 8 años es factible la utilización de esta variable mediante el paradigma de estimación-producción y desde los 13 a 15 años mediante escalas de adultos v.gr. Borg 6-20. En nuestro país, ha sido desarrollada la escala de medición de esfuerzo percibido infantil (EPInfant), la cual, ha mostrado, un rendimiento aceptable durante pruebas de ejercicio incremental en niños sanos de entre 8-15 años de edad, justificando su utilización en nuestro medio. En esta revisión se discuten las propiedades de medición de la PE en población infantil, considerando aspectos esenciales en el diseño de las escalas y el desarrollo cognitivo de los niños. Adicionalmente, se presenta la evidencia existente respecto a la validez de la escala EPInfant en niños de nuestro país. Finalmente se discuten las líneas de investigación actualmente en desarrollo que determinarán las perspectivas en esta temática.

Perception of effort monitors internal load during compounded circuit training

The aim of this study was to determine if rating of perceived exertion (RPE) could be used to monitor the internal load during compounded circuit training (CCT) sessions in women. Thirteen young adults women performed three sessions of CCT varying the intensity according to participants' maximum heart rate (50, 70 and 90%HRmax). Throughout the main part of CCT (35min), HR and RPE were measured. Both variables were significantly different among the exercise intensities. However, HR and RPE were not correlated. Probably because HR at the end of exercise was similar to the beginning at 90% and 70% of HRmaxintensities, and lower than the beginning instant at 50% of HRmaxintensity, whereas RPE increased from the beginning instant to the end of exercise for all intensities. Therefore, RPE is suitable to monitor the internal load during CCT sessions in women due to its possibility to detect the (in)tolerance to exercise, despite of the lack of correlation with HR.

Comparison of the perceived subjective exertion and total load lifted response in resistance exercises performed on stable and unstable platforms / Comparação da resposta da percepção subjetiva do esforço e da carga total levantada nos exercícios resistidos em plataforma estável e instável

Abstract This study aimed to compare the perceived subjective exertion (PSE) and total load lifted in resistance exercises performed on stable platforms (SP) and unstable platforms (UP). Participants were 20 men (24.6 ± 3.4 years, 179 ± 0.1 cm, 80.6 ± 9.1 kg and 11.8 ± 3.4% fat). Each subject performed a 15 maximum repetition test in half squat exercises (soil and balance discs), pronated barbell row (soil and bosu) and biceps curl (soil and balance discs) in both conditions. PSE was measured using the OMNI-RES scale and the load lifted value (kg). To verify the normality of data, the Shapiro-Wilk test was used. Possible differences related to loads and PSE on the platforms were performed by the paired t test. Significance level of p <0.05 was adopted. No significant differences between PSE values on SP and UP were respectively observed in the half squat (8.2 and 8.5 / p = 0.8), pronated barbell row (8.4 and 8.4 / p = 0.7) and biceps curl (8.6 and 8.7 / p = 1.0). Higher load values on SP and UP were respectively found in half squat (83.9kg and 70.3kg / p <0.001) and pronated barbell row exercises (53.2kg and 48.6kg / p = 0.01) on SP. However, biceps curl showed dissimilar behavior (48.2kg and 47.4kg / p = 0.5). It was concluded that UP does not promote differences in PSE responses even working with smaller load or similar load.

Resumo Objetivou-se comparar a percepção subjetiva do esforço (PSE) e a carga total levantada nos exercícios resistidos em plataformas estáveis (PE) e plataformas instáveis (PI). Participaram do estudo 20 homens (24,6 ± 3,4 anos, 179 ± 0,1 cm, 80,6 ± 9,1 Kg e 11,8 ± 3,4 % de gordura). Cada voluntário realizou um teste de 15 repetições máximas nos exercícios meio agachamento (solo e discos de equilíbrio), remada curvada pronada (solo e bosu) e rosca bíceps (solo e discos de equilíbrio) em ambas as condições. Foram medidas a PSE através da escala de OMNI-RES e o valor da carga levantada (kg). Para verificar a normalidade dos dados, utilizou-se o teste Shapiro-Wilk. As possíveis diferenças relacionadas às cargas e à PSE nas plataformas foram realizadas pelo teste t pareado. Adotou-se um nível de significância de p<0,05. Não foram encontradas diferenças significativas entre os valores da PSE em PE e PI respectivamente, no meio agachamento (8,2 e 8,5 / p=0,8), remada curvada pronada (8,4 e 8,4 / p=0,7) e rosca bíceps (8,6 e 8,7 / p=1,0). Foram encontrados maiores valores de carga em PE e PI respectivamente, nos exercícios de meio agachamento (83,9kg e 70,3kg / p<0,001) e remada curvada pronada (53,2kg e 48,6kg / p=0,01) na PE. Em contrapartida, para a rosca bíceps não ocorreu o mesmo (48,2kg e 47,4kg / p=0,5). É possível concluir que as PI não promovem diferenças nas respostas da PSE mesmo sendo trabalhadas com uma menor carga ou com uma carga semelhante.

Pre-competitive physical training and markers of performance, stress and recovery in young volleyball athletes / Treinamento físico pré-competitivo e marcadores de desempenho, estresse e recuperação em jovens atletas de voleibol

The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of physical training during a pre-competition period on power and explosive strength endurance of the lower limbs, stress and recovery in young volleyball athletes. Seven male athletes (15.8 ± 0.5 years, 186.1 ± 6.6 cm, 75.9 ± 1.8 kg) of an Under-16 volleyball team were trained during a pre-competition period of 4 weeks. The internal training load (ITL) was monitored by the session RPE method. The participants performed a countermovement jump test (CMJ) and an intermittent jump test of four sets of 15 seconds (IJT) on the first day of training (baseline) and on the last day of the 2nd (post-week 2) and 4th week (post-week 4). The RESTQ-Sport Questionnaire was applied at baseline and on the last day of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th week (post-weeks 2, 3 and 4). No difference was observed in ITL (p>0.05). CMJ performance increased gradually from baseline to post-week 2 and from post-week 2 to post-week 4 (p<0.05). The average power in the first 15 seconds and average power of the four sets of 15 seconds of the IJT were higher in post-week 4 compared to baseline (p<0.01). Scores on the Fatigue and Injury scales of the RESTQ-Sport changed during training (p<0.05). We conclude that training applied during the pre-competitive period provided increments in CMJ performance and explosive strength endurance, and the changes in the RESTQ-Sport suggest that the athletes had adequate levels of stress and recovery.

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o efeito do treinamento físico aplicado em um período pré-competitivo na potência e na resistência de força explosiva de membros inferiores, no estresse e na recuperação de jovens atletas de voleibol. Sete atletas (15,8 ± 0,5 anos, 186,1 ± 6,6cm, 75,9 ± 1,8kg) de uma equipe de voleibol sub-16, do sexo masculino, foram treinados durante um período pré-competitivo de quatro semanas. A carga interna de treinamento (CIT) foi monitorada pelo método PSE da sessão. Testes de salto vertical com contramovimento (CMJ) e de natureza intermitente, de quatro séries de 15 segundos (TSVI), foram avaliados no 1º dia de treinamento (linha de base), no último dia da 2ª (pós-semana 2) e da 4ª semana (pós-semana 4). O Questionário RESTQ-Sport foi aplicado na linha de base, no último dia da 2ª, 3ª e 4ª semanas (Pós-semana 2, 3 e 4). A CIT não foi diferente (p>0,05). O CMJ aumentou no pós-semana 2, comparado com a linha de base e no pós-semana 4, comparado com o pós-semana 2 (p<0,05). A média de potência nos 15 segundos iniciais e a média de potência das quatro séries de 15 segundos do TSVI foram maiores no pós-semana 4, comparado à linha de base (p<0,01). As escalas Fadiga e Lesões do RESTQ-Sport se alteraram ao longo do treinamento (p<0,05). Conclui-se que o treinamento aplicado durante o período pré-competitivo proporcionou incrementos no CMJ e no TSVI, e as alterações no RESTQ-Sport sugerem que os atletas apresentaram níveis adequados de estresse e recuperação.

Application of heart rate and rating of perceived exertion scale in monitoring physical fatigue in divers during heliox saturation diving / 第二军医大学学报

Objective To study the application of heart rate(HR) and rating of perceived exertion(RPE) scale in monitoring the physical fatigue in the divers during the 100 msw heliox saturation diving. Methods The 100 msw pressure environment was simulated by a 500 msw saturation diving system: pressure was 1.1 MPa; oxygen partial pressure was 35-52 kPa; carbon dioxide partial pressure was <0.5 kPa;the temperature during exposure to high pressure was (31.0±1.7)℃;and the relative humidity was (76.8±3.5)%. Respiratory gas was heliox. The 18 divers' HR and the scores of RPE scale were recorded at 6 time points, including (1)the day before the subjects entered the chamber; (2) the first day that the subjects were exposed to 100 msw pressure environment; (3) the peak of the subject physical exercise load test under 100 msw pressure environment; (4) the second day under 100 msw pressure environment; (5) the first day that the subjects were out of the chamber; and (6) the seventh day that the subjects were out of the chamber. All the data were analyzed with paired-samples t-test. The correlation was analyzed with Pearson correlation. Results From the day before the subjects entered the chamber to the first day that the subjects were exposed to 100 msw pressure environment, the resting HR of subjects was significantly decreased (P<0.05); From the first day that the subjects were out of the chamber to the seventh day that the subjects were out of the chamber, the resting HR was significantly increased (P<0.05). Significant differences were also found in the basic RPE score of the subjectes between before entering the chamber and after entering the chamber(P<0.05). During the 100 msw heliox saturation, with the variable physical work loads, the trend of of heart rate changes was still in accordance with the score of RPE scale, with that measured at the peak of the subject physical exercise load test under 100 msw pressure being significantly different from that measured at the first day the subjects were exposed to 100msw pressure (P<0.05).The RPE score was significantly related with the HR of divers (r=0.734, P<0.01). Conclusion The combined application of HR and RPE scale can monitor the physical fatigue of the divers during 100msw heliox saturation diving.

A new approach to assessment of energy expenditure during physical training / 体力科学

While the session-RPE (rating of perceived exertion) method can quantify training volume in athletes, this method is not able to evaluate energy expenditure (EE) during a training session. We developed an RPE-based activity record for assessing EE during athletic training, and we compared its results to those obtained using the flex-heart rate (flex-HR) method. The EE of nine female collegiate endurance runners was assessed by the RPE-based activity record and flex-HR methods during eight days in the normal training season. Subjects were asked to record their RPE in the record at 5-minute intervals, and to wear a HR monitor during training. All subjects also participated in an incremental treadmill exercise test, which was used to determine their RPE-EE and HR-EE regression equations. Although the RPE-based activity record significantly overestimated EE (RPE-activity record, 572 kcal/session; flex-HR method, 499 kcal/session; <i>p</i> = 0.031), it had high validity relative to the flex-HR method (intra-class correlation coefficient, 0.891; 95% confidence interval, 0.845–0.923) and there were no systematic errors in EE estimation between the two methods. Therefore, the RPE-based activity record can be used to assess EE during training in female runners. However, RPE-based activity record might overestimate EE for athletes who have more intermittent activities during training than endurance runners, because RPE takes more time for returning to the resting level than HR when the intensity of activity declines. Further research is needed to verify the validity of the RPE-based activity record for assessing EE during other sporting activities or measurement conditions, and to identify the factors affecting the degree of estimation error associated with this method.

Effect of exercise order on the resistance training performance during a circuit training session / Efeito da ordem dos exercícios sobre o desempenho durante uma sessão de treinamento resistido no método circuito

The aim of this study was to compare total work volume, number of repetitions and rate of perceived effort performed in two different sequences of circuit training sessions. Eleven recreationally trained men (24.0 ± 4.8 years, 76.1 ± 8.5 kg, 1.75 ± 0.06 m) performed two different sequences of circuit training sessions. All sessions consisted of eight stations (exercises) of three sets in circuit, performed to volitional fatigue, alternating upper and lower body exercises, with 1-minute rest interval between exercises. Sequence A began with multiple joint exercises and progressed to single joint exercises, whereas sequence B was performed with the opposite exercise order. Number of repetitions and rating of perceived exertion (RPE) were compared by repeated measures multivariate analysis of variance (repeated measures MANOVA). Total work volume (TWV) was compared by paired t-test. There were no differences between exercise order for TWV (p=0.47) and RPE of all exercises (p>0.05). For both sequences, number of repetitions was greater when exercise was performed first (p<0.05). These results indicate that during a circuit training session, exercises order influenced the number of repetition, but did not influence TWV and RPE. These findings may suggest that for those who aim overall muscular gains, similar results will be obtained with single and multiple joint, upper and lower body circuit training exercise orders. Similarly, exercise intensity will be similarly perceived regardless of exercise sequences. For those who aim specific muscle group gains, priority exercises must be performed first.

O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar o Volume Total de Trabalho (VTT), o Número de Repetições (NR), e a Percepção Subjetiva de Esforço (PSE) de duas sequências de exercícios executadas no método circuito. Onze homens treinados recreacionalmente (24.0 ± 4.8 years, 76.1 ± 8.5 kg, 1.75 ± 0.06 m) realizaram duas sequências diferentes de exercícios contra a resistência no método circuito. As sessões foram compostas por três passagens em oito estações (exercícios), executadas até a fadiga, alternados membros superiores e inferiores, com 1 minuto de intervalo entre os exercícios. A sequência A foi iniciada por exercícios multiarticulares e progrediu para exercícios monoarticulares, enquanto a sequência B foi executada na ordem inversa. O NR e a PSE foram comparadas pela MANOVA com medidas repetidas. O VTT foi comparado por meio do teste t pareado. Não houve diferenças significativas entre as ordens de exercícios para o VTT (p=0.47) e PSE (p>0.05). Para ambas as sequências, o NR foi maior quando os exercícios foram realizados no início das sequências (p<0,05). Esses resultados indicaram que a ordem dos exercícios afetou o número de repetições, mas não afetou o VTT e a PSE. Esses achados sugerem que, para aqueles que objetivam ganhos musculares gerais, resultados similares podem ser obtidos com exercícios mono e multiarticulares, para membros superiores e inferiores em diferentes ordens no método circuito. Da mesma forma, a intensidade do exercício será percebida de forma similar independente da sequência. Para aqueles que objetivam ganhos musculares específicos, exercícios prioritários devem ser executados no início da sessão.

Assessment of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Based on the Borg RPE Scale by Six-minute Walk Test: A Pilot Study.

Aims: The ability of cardiac rehabilitation to reduce mortality in those with cardiovascular disease is well established. Despite its widespread use in the clinical setting, the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale is yet to be validated for its ability to lead to improvements in functional capacity. Study Design: A closed cohort pilot study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Physiotherapy, Albury Base Hospital and School of Community Health, between November 2008 and November 2009. Methodology: Fifteen participants were assessed prior to and following completion of a cardiac rehabilitation program. Exercise was prescribed according to the Borg RPE scale. Pre and post Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) scores were obtained to determine the impact of the cardiac rehabilitation program. Results: Fifteen cardiac rehabilitation participants completed all requirements of the study after an initial enrolment of 22 patients. Wilcoxon signed-ranks test showed statistically significant improvements in 6MWT scores following participation in the cardiac rehabilitation program (p=.033) from a median value of 412 metres to 475 metres. Conclusion: In this pilot study, cardiac rehabilitation programs based on the Borg RPE scale may improvefunctional capacity measured by 6MWT during a 6-week period.

Ratings of perceived exertion at anaerobic threshold in patients with coronary artery disease / Percepción subjetiva del esfuerzo en el liminar anaeróbico en pacientes con enfermedad arterial coronaria / Percepção subjetiva do esforço no limiar anaeróbio em pacientes com doença arterial coronariana

The study aimed to identify and compare the ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) at the ventilatory anaerobic threshold (VAT) in healthy subjects and patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). A total of 30 male subjects took part in the study and were divided into three groups: a control group (CG) composed of 10 healthy participants; a group composed of 10 participants diagnosed with CAD beta-blocker user (G-DACb); and a group composed of 10 participants with CAD non-beta-blocker user (G-DAC). The participants performed a cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) with continuous type ramp protocol to determine the VAT, through the visual graphical analysis (loss of parallelism between the oxygen uptake and the carbon dioxide output). During CPET, before the end of each one-minute period, the subjects were asked to rate dyspnea (RPE-D) and leg fatigue (RPE-L) on the Borg CR-10 scale. After the VAT was determined, the score that the participants gave on the Borg CR10 scale was verified. CG participants showed higher workload, oxygen uptake, carbon dioxide output, ventilation and heart rate at the VAT compared to the G-DAC and G-DACb (p<0.05). However, regarding the RPE-L and the RPE-D, no significant difference between the groups were observed (p<0.05). Values between five and six on Borg CR-10 scale matched the VAT in the subjects studied. However, other parameters must be concomitantly used for prescribing exercise intensity in physical training protocols, at levels close to the VAT for patients with CAD.

El objetivo del estudio fue identificar y comparar la percepción subjetiva del esfuerzo (PSE) en el liminar anaeróbico ventilatorio (LAV) en sujetos sanos y con enfermedad arterial coronaria (EAC). Fueron estudiados 30 hombres siendo10 sanos que constituyeron el grupo control (GC) y 20 diagnosticados con EAC, de los cuales 10 utilizaban medicamento betabloqueante (G-DACb) y 10 no utilizaban (G-DAC). Los voluntarios fueron sometidos a una prueba de ejercicio cardiopulmonar (TECP) con protocolo continuo tipo rampa para la determinación del LAV, a través del análisis gráfico visual (pérdida del paralelismo entre el consumo de oxígeno y producción de dióxido de carbono). Durante la realización del TECP, se pidió a los voluntarios que informaran al final de cada minuto la percepción subjetiva del esfuerzo de los miembros inferiores (PSE-M) y la percepción subjetiva del esfuerzo respiratorio (PSE-R) a través de la escala de Borg CR-10. El GC presentó mayores valores de potencia, consumo de oxígeno, producción de dióxido de carbono, ventilación y frecuencia cardiaca en el LAV comparado con los grupos G-DAC y G-DACb (p<0,05). La PSE-M fue menor en el G-DACb comparado con el GC (p<0,05). Después del ajuste por la covariable potencia, no hubo diferencia significativa entre los grupos para PSE-M y PSE-R (p>0,05). Los valores entre cinco y seis en la escala CR-10 de Borg correspondieron al LAV en la muestra estudiada. Sin embargo, otros parámetros deben ser utilizados simultáneamente para la prescripción de la intensidad del ejercicio en los protocolos de entrenamiento físico, en niveles cercanos al LAV para pacientes con EAC.

O objetivo do estudo foi identificar e comparar a percepção subjetiva do esforço (PSE) no limiar anaeróbio ventilatório (LAV) em indivíduos saudáveis e com doença arterial coronariana (DAC). Foram estudados 30 homens, sendo 10 saudáveis que constituíram o grupo controle (GC) e 20 diagnosticados com DAC, dos quais 10 faziam uso de medicamento betabloqueador (G-DACb) e 10 não faziam uso (G-DAC). Os voluntários foram submetidos a um teste de exercício cardiopulmonar (TECP) com protocolo contínuo tipo rampa para determinação do LAV, através da análise visual gráfica (perda do paralelismo entre o consumo de oxigênio e a produção de dióxido de carbono). Durante a realização do TECP, foi solicitado aos voluntários que relatassem ao final de cada minuto a percepção subjetiva do esforço de membros inferiores (PSE-M) e a percepção subjetiva do esforço respiratório (PSE-R), através da escala CR-10 de Borg. O GC apresentou maiores valores de potência, consumo de oxigênio, produção de dióxido de carbono, ventilação e frequência cardíaca no LAV comparado aos grupos G-DAC e G-DACb (p<0,05). A PSE-M foi menor no G-DACb comparado ao GC (p<0,05). Após ajuste pela covariável potência, não houve diferença significativa entre os grupos para PSE-M e PSE-R (p>0,05). Valores entre cinco e seis na escala CR-10 de Borg correspondeu ao LAV na amostra estudada. Entretanto, outros parâmetros devem ser utilizados concomitantemente para a prescrição da intensidade de exercício nos protocolos de treinamento físico, em níveis próximos ao LAV para pacientes com DAC.