Chronotropic and cardiac autonomic responses in speed motorcycling. A case study / Respuesta cronotrópica y cardíaca autónoma en motociclismo. Un estudio de caso

The purpose of the present study was to analyze the chronotropic and cardiac autonomic response of a motorcyclist during the 7th race week of the FIM-CEV Repsol Moto2 European Championship through heart rate (HRAVG) and sympathetic-parasympathetic ratio (RS-Ps). The effect and relationships of sessions, laps and track segments were analyzed by MANOVA test with Bonferroni post-hoc and Pearson’s r. A low effect of the segments in RS-Ps (p<.01; wp2=0.03), and high effect of the sessions (p<.01; wp2=0.72), laps (p<.01; wp2=0.95) and the interaction between sessions and laps (p<.01; wp2=0.62) in HRAVG were found. Also, a tendency of increasing HRAVG was found with sessions (r=.315; p<0.01) and laps (r=.280; p<0.01). No significant correlations were found with RS-Ps. While HRAVG can be used as a fatigue index during motorcycling competition, RS-Ps indicates the significant rider’s stress at specific segments of the track, being important both variables for improving the riders’ performance. (AU)

El objetivo del presente estudio fue analizar la respuesta cronotrópica y cardiaca autónoma de un piloto de motociclismo durante la 7a prueba del Campeonato de Europa FIM-CEV Repsol Moto2 mediante frecuencia cardíacamedia (FCMEDIA) y ratio simpático-parasimpático (RS-Ps). El efecto y relaciones de las sesiones, vueltas y segmentos del circuito fue analizado mediante MANOVA conpost-hoc Bonferroni y r de Pearson. Se encontró bajo efecto de los segmentos enRS-Ps (p<.01; ωp2=0.03), y alto efecto de sesiones (p<.01; ωp2=0.72), vueltas (p<.01; ωp2=0.95) e interacción sesiones-vueltas (p<.01; ωp2=0.62) en FCMEDIA. Además, se hallo una tendencia de incremento de FCMEDIA respecto a sesiones (r=.315; p<.01) y vueltas (r=.280; p<.01). No se encontraron correlaciones significativas con RS-Ps. La FCMEDIA puede utilizarse como un indicador de fatiga durante la competición, mientras que el RS-Ps indicaría el estrés significativo del piloto en segmentos específicos del circuito, siendo ambas variables importantes para mejorar el rendimiento del piloto. (AU)

Relación entre la carga interna y externa en árbitros de baloncesto / Relationship between External and Internal Load in Basketball Referees

El objetivo del presente trabajo consistió en analizar las relaciones existentes entre los parámetros de carga interna (objetiva y subjetiva) y externa. La muestra estuvo compuesta por un total de 15 partidos disputados en el Eurobasket femenino U-16, donde participaron un total de nueve árbitros (6 masculinos y 3 femeninos). Las variables analizadas de carga interna fueron la frecuencia cardiaca y la percepción subjetiva de esfuerzo. Las variables de carga externa se dividieron en cinemáticas y neuromusculares, medidas a través de dispositivos inerciales. Los resultados explican que existen relaciones entre los valores de carga interna objetiva y carga externa, así como entre las variables de carga externa. En cambio, no existen relaciones entre la carga interna subjetiva y las variables de carga interna y externa objetiva, exceptuando el PowerMetabolic. Estos resultados demuestran que la competición y el nivel de los árbitros influyen en gran medida en las variables subjetivas. (AU)

The aim of the present paper consists in analysing the relations between internal (objective and subjective) and external load parameters. The sample was composed of a total of 15 matches played in the women’s U16 Eurobasket championship, in which a total of nine referees (6 men and 3 women) participated. The internal load variables analysed were heart rate and the subjective rating of perceived exertion. The external load variables were divided into kinematic and neuromuscular variables, measured using inertial devices. The results show that there are associations between the values of objective internal load and external load, as well as between the variables of external load. In contrast, there is no relation between internal subjective load and the variables of objective internal and external load, except regarding Metabolic Power. These results indicate that the competition and the level of the referees greatly influence the subjective variables. (AU)

Percepción espacial de futbolistas semiprofesionales en juegos reducidos: Un estudio de caso / Spatial Perception of Semi-Professional Soccer Players in Small Games: A Case of Study

Este estudio pretende: i) describir las exigencias tácticas objetivas (área ocupada por el equipo, AOE) y subjetivas (percepción subjetiva del espacio ocupado, PSEO), ii) identificar la variabilidad inter-sujeto y explorar la relación entre AOE y PSEO, y iii) comparar las exigencias entre defensa y ataque durante la realización de juegos reducidos. Doce jugadores semiprofesionales de fútbol fueron monitoreados mediante dispositivos inerciales WIMU PRO®. Los resultados indican un AOE (ataque=257.6±60.6; defensa=120.3±37.8 m2) y PSEO (ataque=3.5±0.7; defensa=2.7±0.6 a.u.). Se encontraron diferencias entre fase de ataque y defensa en ambas variables (p>0.001; AOE, d=2.72; PSEO, d=1.23) y una alta relación entre ambos indicadores (r=0.92). En conclusión, las variables AEO y PSEO discriminaron el efecto de la fase de juego y el día de entrenamiento. Son necesarias futuras investigaciones con un mayor tamaño muestral para confirmar la validez de la PSEO. (AU)

This study aims to: i) describe the objective tactical demands (surface area occupied by team, AOE) and subjective (spatial perception of occupied area, PSEO), ii) identify the inter-subjects variability and the relationship between AOE and PSEO iii) to compare the demands between offensive and defensive phases during small-sided games. Twelve semi-professional football players were tracked using WIMU PRO®. The results indicated an AOE (attack=257.6±60.6; defense=120.3±37.8 m2) and PSEO (attack=3.5±0.7; 2.7±0.6 a.u.). Differences were found between attack and defense phase in both variables (p>0.001; AOE, d=2.72; PSEO, d=1.23) and high relationship between both indicators (r=0.92). In conclusion, the variables AEO and PSEO discriminated the effect of the game phase and the training day. Future research with a larger sample size is necessary to confirm the validity of the PSEO. (AU)

Effect of Isolated Vs in-Game Curvilinear Displacements in Multi-Location External Workload Profile. A Case Study in Semi-Professional Basketball Players / Efecto de los desplazamientos curvilíneos aislados versus en el juego en el perfil de carga de trabajo externo de múltiples ubicaciones. Un estudio de caso en jugadores de baloncesto semiprofesionales

In team sports, linear and non-linear displacements are combined during the game. In this sense, the importance of curvilinear trajectories and their impact on body joints have not been addressed yet. Therefore, the present research aims to: (a) describe the multi-location external workload profile during curvilinear displacements in isolated and in-game conditions, (b) compare the effect of direction and displacement context, and (c) analyse the correlation between impacts and curvilinear performance. Thirteen semi-professional male basketball players were assessed in two tests: (a) isolated (2 directions x 5 repetitions x 6.75-m line) and (b) in-game (10-min 3vs3 small-sided game). To evaluate curvilinear performance and impacts suffered per joints, six WIMU PROTM inertial devices (scapulae, centre of mass, 2x knee, 2x ankle) were placed through a specific integral whole-body vest. Statistical analysis was composed by ANOVA with Bonferroni post-hoc, t-test for independent samples and Pearson correlation coefficient, analysing the effect of magnitude by Cohen’s d and omega partial squared. The key findings indicate that straight displacements presented lower external workload than curvilinear displacements during in-game conditions (p<.01; = 0.47-to-0.50), but no differences were found between left and right directions (p>0.67; d<0.12). In addition, differences were found at lower limb locations in external workload in maximum sprinting during curvilinear displacements, with higher workload at left lower limb in right direction (knee: p<.01, d= -1.35; ankle: p<.01, d= -0.91), and at right lower limb in left direction (knee: p<.01, d= 1.23; ankle: p<.01, d= 0.91). Very high between-subjects variability has been shown in both tests. Besides, a nearly perfect relationship between external workload at different body locations (p<.01; r>0.918) and a high relationship between external workload and centripetal force were found.(AU)

Influencia del desnivel en la carga física del corredor de montaña: un estudio de caso / Slope Influence on the Trail Runner Physical Load: A Case Study

Este estudio analizó las exigencias de carga interna (Frecuencia cardíaca, FC) y externa (Velocidad; Player Load, PL; Power Metabolic, PM; Stiffness Vertical, KVERT; entropía aproximada, ApEn) producidas en función del desnivel del terreno en una carrera de montaña. Un atleta de nivel nacional (edad: 25.3 años; altura: 172 cm; peso: 67 kg; VO2MAX: 70.2 ml/kg/min) participó en una prueba oficial (Distancia: 27.6 km; Desnivel acumulado: 973 m), siendo analizado en 6 segmentos respecto al desnivel (sin desnivel, positivo y negativo). El registro de datos se realizó mediante un dispositivo inercial WIMU PROTM (RealTrack Systems, Almería, España). Los resultados muestran un aumento de PL/min y PM/min en desnivel negativo y de FCAVG en desnivel positivo. KVERT y ApEn fueron más bajos en desnivel positivo, mientras que la velocidad fue mayor sin desnivel. Se encuentra gran variabilidad en las exigencias en función de la orografía del terreno, siendo importante su análisis para el diseño específico del entrenamiento y la planificación del evento

This study analysed the internal (heart rate, HR) and external load demands (Speed; Player Load, PL; Power Metabolic, PM; Vertical stiffness, KVERT; approximated entropy, ApEn) during a trail running race in relation to the slope. A national-level athlete (age: 25.3 years; height: 172 cm; weight: 67 kg; VO2MAX: 70.2 ml/kg/min) participated in an official race (Distance: 27.6 km; Accumulated slope: 973 m), analysed in 6 segments related to the slope (without, positive and negative slope). Data was registered through an inertial device WIMU PROTM (RealTrack Systems, Almería, Spain). The results show an increase of PL/min and PM/min in negative slope and an increase of HRAVG in positive slope. KVERT and ApEn were lower in positive slope, while velocity was faster without slope. It is found a great variability in the trail runner demands related to terrain orography, being important its analysis to design specific training sessions and race planning

ACELT y PLAYERLOADTM: Dos variables para la cuantificación de la carga neuromuscular / ACELT and PLAYERLOADTM: Two Variables to Quantify Neuromuscular Load

Los objetivos de esta investigación son: (I) describir el comportamiento de las variables Player Load y AcelT y (II) cuantificar la carga neuromuscular en diferentes puntos anatómicos (espalda, centro de masas, rodilla y tobillo) durante un test incremental en rampa en tapiz rodante. Veintitrés jugadores semiprofesionales de fútbol varones participaron voluntariamente en este estudio (edad: 22,56 ± 4,8 años; masa corporal: 75,5 ± 5,5 kg; altura: 1,79 ± 0,5 m). Ambas variables se registraron empleando 4 dispositivos inerciales WIMU PRO(TM). Los principales resultados indican que: (1) existe una correlación casi perfecta entre ambas variables (r = 0,931), (2) los mayores valores en ambas variables se han encontrado en la rodilla (PL = 8,01 ± 2,76; AcelT = 2,70 ± 0,50) y el tobillo (PL = 7,85 ± 2,27; AcelT = 2,87 ± 0,49) y (3) existe una amplia variabilidad intersujeto. En conclusión, Player Load y AcelT son dos indicadores válidos para el análisis y cuantificación de las demandas neuromusculares

The objectives of this study were: (I) describe the dynamics of Player Load and AcelT and (II) analyze the neuromuscular load in different anatomical locations (scapulae, center of mass, knee and ankle) in an incremental test in treadmill. Twenty-three semiprofessional male football players participated voluntarily in this research (age: 22.56 ± 4.8 years; body mass: 75.5 ± 5.5 kg; height: 1.79 ± 0.5 m). Four WIMUPROTM inertial devices were utilized for recording both variables. The main results indicated that: (1) exists a nearly perfect relation between both variables (r > 0.931), (2) the highest values were in knee (PLRT = 8.01 ± 2.76; AcelT = 2.70 ±.50) and in ankle (PL = 7.85 ± 2.27; AcelT = 2.87±.49) and (3) a great variability was found between athletes. In conclusion, Player Load and AcelT are two valid variables to analyze and quantify neuromuscular demands

Demandas tácticas de juegos reducidos en fútbol: influencia de la tecnología utilizada / Tactical Demands of Small-Sided Games in Football: Influence of Tracking Technology

Este estudio analiza el comportamiento táctico en Juegos Reducidos (JRs) a través de las variables área y centroide en función de: (1) tecnología empleada: Sistema de Posicionamiento Global (GPS) y Ultra-Banda Ancha (UWB); (2) fase de juego (ataque y defensa); y (3) objetivo del JRs. Dieciséis jugadores semiprofesionales de fútbol participaron en esta investigación (Edad: 23.6±3.3 años; Peso: 78.1±5.2 kg; Altura: 1.8±0.1 metros). Para el registro se utilizaron dispositivos inerciales WIMU PROTM (RealTrack System, Almería, España). Los principales resultados muestran diferencias significativas: (1) entre tecnologías de seguimiento (GPS y UWB) en la variable área, (2) entre fases de juego, y (3) en función del objetivo de los JRs. En conclusión, los datos obtenidos por ambas tecnologías no pueden compararse debido a las diferencias encontradas, siendo muy importante el análisis en función del objetivo y la fase de juego de los JRs por su influencia en la disposición táctica para conseguir una mejora en el rendimiento deportivo

This article analyses the tactical behaviour in Small-Sided Games (SSGs) over the geometrical centre and surface area according to: (1) Tracking technology: Global Position System (GPS) and Ultra-Wide Band (UWB); (2) playing phase (attack vs defence) (3) Objective of SSG. Sixteen semiprofessional football players participated in this research (Age: 23.6±3.3 years old; Weight: 78.1±5.2 kg; Height: 1.8±0.1 meters). WIMU PROTM inertial devices (RealTrack System, Almeria, Spain) was used for recording process. The main results show significant differences: (1) between tracking technologies (GPS and UWB) in the surface area, (2) between playing phases; and (3) between all activities. In conclusion, the data obtained by both technologies cannot compare due to the found differences, being very important the analysis in relation to the objective and the playing phase of SSGs for their influence in the tactical behavior to achieve a sport performance enhancement

Uso de la espectroscopia de infrarrojo cercano para la medición de la saturación de oxígeno muscular en el deporte / Using near-infrared spectroscopy technology for measuring muscle oxygen saturation in sport / Uso da tecnologia de espectroscopia de infravermelho próximo para medir a saturação de oxigênio muscular no esporte

El objetivo de este trabajo fue revisar el funcionamiento de la espectroscopia de infrarrojo cercano y sus diferentes aplicaciones en el ámbito deportivo como son: la descripción de las exigencias oxidativas mediante su monitorización tanto en contextos de resistencia y fuerza, y la evaluación de su aplicación en programas de entrenamiento. Para ello se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica en las bases de datos Web of Science y Scopus en la que se obtuvieron, después de la exclusión de artículos que no se ajustaron a los criterios de inclusión, un total de 38 artículos originales de investigación. Los datos resultantes que fueron extraídos de los estudios incluidos fueron datos de los participantes, parámetros del programa de entrenamiento o ejercicio, los músculos evaluados, el dispositivo y método de evaluación y los principales resultados

The objective of this research was to review the operation of near-infrared spectroscopy and its different applications in the sports field, such as: the description of oxidative requirements through its monitoring in both resistance and strength contexts and the evaluation of its application in training programs. A bibliographic search was carried out in the Web of Science and Scopus databases, in which a total of 38 original research articles were obtained after exclusion of articles that did not meet the inclusion criteria. The resulting data that were extracted from the included studies were data of the participants, parameters of the training program or exercise, the muscles evaluated, the device and method of evaluation and the main results

O objetivo desta pesquisa foi revisar o funcionamento da espectroscopia do infravermelho próximo e suas diferentes aplicações no campo esportivo, tais como: a descrição dos requisitos oxidativos através de seu monitoramento em contextos de resistência e força e a avaliação de sua aplicação em programas de treinamento . Uma pesquisa bibliográfica foi realizada nas bases de dados da Web of Science e Scopus, no qual foram obtidos 38 artigos de pesquisa originais após a exclusão de artigos que não atendiam aos critérios de inclusão. Os dados resultantes que foram extraídos dos estudos incluídos foram dados dos participantes, parâmetros do programa de treinamento ou exercício, os músculos avaliados, o dispositivo e o método de avaliação e os principais resultados