Are Various Forms of Locomotion-Speed Diverse or Unique Performance Quality?

Čavar, Mile; Ćorluka, Marin; Čerkez, Ivana; Čuljak, Zoran; Sekulić, Damir

doi:10.2478/hukin-2013-0045

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“…Throughout this test, the testing scenario was simple (1,2), and the subjects knew it in advance. As for the SNG-RAT, the timing began the moment each subject crossed the IR.…”

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“…Regardless of this significant correlation, however, it is evident that reactive and nonreactive agilities shared ,50% of the common variance, which indicates that these 2 capacities should be observed as independent qualities (1,16,18). While studying rugby-specific agility, Australian authors identified an even smaller percentage of common variance between reactive and nonreactive components (12).…”

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The Development of a New Stop'n’go Reactive-Agility Test

Sekulić

Krolo

Spasić

et al. 2014

Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research

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The main objective of this study was to evaluate the reliability and the validity of a newly constructed reactive-agility test that can be used to define the reactive-agility performance in sports that employ repeated scenarios of "stop'n'go" agility. Measuring is done by original hardware based on the ATMEL microcontroller AT89C51RE2. A total of 36 college-aged male athletes (age, 22.1 ± 2.4 years; body height, 182.45 ± 5.19 cm; body mass, 80.67 ± 7.69 kg) and 21 college-aged female athletes (age, 21.4 ± 2.5 years; body height, 171.45 ± 6.81 cm; body mass, 61.95 ± 6.70 kg) were evaluated for a stop'n'go reactive-agility test (SNG-RAT), stop'n'go change of direction speed (SNG-CODS), countermovement jump, and anthropometrics. The reliability analyses suggested a high consistency for the applied tests (SNG-CODS, intraclass correlation coefficient [ICC] = 0.87 and 0.92; SNG-RAT, ICC = 0.81 and 0.86, for men and women, respectively). The SNG-RAT and SNG-CODS shared <40% of the common variance. The longer version of the SNG-RAT, which included 5 unpredictable changes of direction, was found to be valid among men. At the same time, the shorter version of the SNG-RAT (3 unpredictable changes of direction) is suggested for women because it better discriminates more agile from less agile athletes. Because the SNG-RAT and SNG-CODS were performed on the same course, we believe that simultaneously performing both tests can be beneficial when defining "stop'n'go" agility. This implies that the calculated SNG-CODS to SNG-RAT ratio will allow strength and conditioning coaches to indirectly determine the perceptual and reaction capacities of their athletes.

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“…Throughout this test, the testing scenario was simple (1,2), and the subjects knew it in advance. As for the SNG-RAT, the timing began the moment each subject crossed the IR.…”

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confidence: 99%

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confidence: 97%

The Development of a New Stop'n’go Reactive-Agility Test

Sekulić

Krolo

Spasić

et al. 2014

Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research

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“…Knowing this relationship allows for a more precise exercise prescription and a better understanding of relationships related to muscular balance of the lower body. While there are references to backwards walking [11–13], running [14,15], forward and backward arm cycling [16], forward and reverse wheelchair ergometry [17] and forward pedaling [18,19], backwards pedaling research is limited in scope, mainly focusing upon understanding submaximal clinical applications [3–7,20]. To the author’s knowledge, the relationship in maximal power output between a reverse pedaling WAT to the forward pedaling WAT has not been investigated.…”

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Comparison of Forward and Reverse Wingate Anaerobic Tests: A Brief Technical Note

Berning¹,

Sevene²,

DeBeliso³

et al. 2019

J Lifestyle Med

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BackgroundThe Wingate anaerobic test (WAT) is traditionally performed in the forward pedaling direction on a cycle ergometer. However, reverse (backward) pedaling during a WAT test may be a novel way to convey meaningful information related to performance and rehabilitation. This study compared peak power measurements between 30-second forward pedaling WAT (FWAT) with a 30-second reverse pedaling WAT (RWAT).Methods10 male and 10 female participants (age 27.6 ± 7.31 yrs, mass 74.9 ± 21.3 kg and height 172.6 ± 10.9 cm) volunteered to participate. Participants performed one FWAT and one RWAT at 7.5% of body mass on a specially modified Monark cycle ergometer. Tests were separated 2 days of rest. Peak power output (PPO), mean power output (MPO), relative PPO (RPPO), relative MPO (RMPO), fatigue index (%FI), and rating of perceived exertion (RPE) were measured.ResultsThe FWAT power measurements were all significantly greater (p < 0.05) than RWAT power measurements except MPO (p > 0.05); and that RPE was significantly greater (p < 0.05) in FWAT than RWAT. Specifically, FWAT vs. RWAT (M ± SD) are as follows: PPO watts (w) = 731.7 ± 237.1 vs. 529.6 ± 192.2; RPPO w/kg = 10.2 ± 2.3 vs. 7.2 ± 1.6; MPO w = 510.2 ± 162.1 vs. 415.1 ± 146.2; RMPO w/kg = 7.3 ± 1.5 vs. 5.8 ± 1.3; %FI = 49.2 ± 8.7 vs. 37.4 ± 13.7; and RPE = 19.4 ± 1.1 vs. 15.8 ± 1.5. Gender did not impact the relative differences in these relationships.ConclusionPractitioners and clinicians may use this information to begin to understand the power and perceived exertion relationships of forward versus reverse pedaling during a WAT; exercise prescription for rehabilitation and performance may benefit.

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Comparing Speed-Agility-Quickness and Small-Sided Games Training Effects on Speed and Power Performance in Young Soccer Players

Souilah,

Kessouri

2024

Polish Journal of Sport and Tourism

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Introduction. Soccer is a demanding sport that requires rapid and explosive movements. Enhancing speed and power is crucial for optimal performance in soccer players. Two training methods, Speed, Agility, and Quickness (SAQ) training and Small-Sided Games (SSG) training, are commonly used to improve these physical attributes. This study aimed to compare the effects of SAQ training versus SSG training on performance measures in young soccer players. Material and Methods. Twenty-four soccer players were randomly assigned to either an SAQ training group (n = 12) or an SSG training group (n = 12). An 8-week training program was implemented, and pre- and post-training assessments included 10-m and 20-m sprint tests, Zigzag Change of Direction Speed (CODS), Repeated Sprint Ability, Squat Jump (SJ), Counter-movement Jump tests. Statistical analysis involved paired t-tests to compare pre- and post-test results within groups and ANOVA to examine interactions between time and group effects. Results. SAQ and SSG training groups showed significant improvements across all measures (all p < 0.05). Time effects were significant (all p < 0.05), indicating overall effectiveness, with small time x group interactions (all p < 0.05; η2 ranging from 0.001 to 0.055). However, the percentages indicated a slight advantage for SAQ training in 10- and 20-meter speed and SJ, as well as for SSG training in RSAmean. Conclusions. Both SAQ and SSG training programs effectively enhance speed and power performance in young soccer players. Selection between programs can align with specific training goals, highlighting potential for further optimization in athletic development.

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Are Various Forms of Locomotion-Speed Diverse or Unique Performance Quality?

Cited by 3 publications

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The Development of a New Stop'n’go Reactive-Agility Test

The Development of a New Stop'n’go Reactive-Agility Test

Comparison of Forward and Reverse Wingate Anaerobic Tests: A Brief Technical Note

Comparing Speed-Agility-Quickness and Small-Sided Games Training Effects on Speed and Power Performance in Young Soccer Players

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