Comparison of Energy Contributions and Workloads in Male and Female Badminton Players During Games Versus Repetitive Practices

Abstract

PurposeThe aim of this study was to compare the energy contributions and workloads in men and women during badminton matches versus frequently used multi-ball smash practices.MethodsFourteen badminton players performed one badminton singles game and one session of smashing practice on separate days. The energy contributions were examined in terms of each individual’s three energy systems and substrate oxidation, while workloads included heart rate (HR), Player Load (PL), accelerations, decelerations, changes of direction, and jumps.Results(1) During games, male players exhibited higher adenosine triphosphate–phosphocreatine system contribution (EPCr, kJ) (p = 0.008) and average rate of carbohydrate oxidation (RCHO, g/min) (p = 0.044) than female players, while female players showed greater absolute PL (p = 0.029) and more accelerations (p = 0.005) than male players. Furthermore, players who lost performed higher relative PL (p = 0.017) than those who won. (2) Higher energy system contributions, including EPCr (kJ) (p = 0.028), EHLa (kJ) (p = 0.024), EAer (kJ) (p = 0.012), ETot (kJ) (p = 0.007), and RCHO (g/min) (p = 0.0002), were seen in male players during repetitive spike practices. Male players also made greater number of jumps (p = 0.0002). (3) Players exhibited higher aerobic energy contribution (p < 0.001), mean HR (p = 0.002), and HRmax (p = 0.029) during games, while exhibiting greater anaerobic energy contribution (p < 0.001) and relative PL (p = 0.001) during repetitive practices.ConclusionThe similarities between male and female badminton players in proportional use of the three energy systems during games and repetitive spike training indicate similar relative energy demands for both genders. However, considering the need for higher aerobic capacity in competition, it might be advisable to design appropriate work:rest ratios for repetitive practices in daily training.

Notational Analysis and Physiological and Metabolic Responses of Male Junior Badminton Match Play

“…The average heart rate of the players in the present study was 151 ± 12 b·min −1 , corresponding to 82 ± 10%HRM. Despite lower average heart rates in our study, similar values of 83%HRM were reported in sub-elite young adult badminton players [ 10 ]. Elite youth competitors had higher average heart rates of 183 b·min −1 and %HRM of 89.8% during the first game and 184 b·min −1 and 90.8%HRM during the second game of simulated match play [ 35 ].…”

“…For example, in a review by Phomsoupha et al [ 9 ] in 2015, it was stated that between 60–70% of adenosine triphosphate resynthesis was provided by oxidative sources. However, newer quantifications have adjudged this figure to be in excess of 94% [ 10 ]. Accordingly, the applicability of antecedent research to contemporary performance may be limited, and without procuring specific knowledge of the current physiological demands, training regimens are likely outdated and ineffective [ 11 ].…”

Development of Badminton-specific Footwork Training from Traditional Physical Exercise to Novel Intervention Approaches

“…The training of badminton specific tasks, such as on court footwork and other movements, may need to consider the gender-based aerobic and anaerobic capacities in male and female athletes (Y. Fu et al, 2021), fatigue effect on injury risks (Herbaut & Delannoy, 2020;Valldecabres, Richards, et al, 2020), athletic level (or performance) based (Barnamehei et al, 2020;Mei et al, 2017), and physiological load and biomechanical impact (Alder et al, 2019;Yu et al, 2021).…”

“…Specifically, "Pattern training method" is a control method to organize and grasp the process of sports training according to the requirements of highly representative normative goal model. (Chen, 2014;Y. Fu et al, 2021;Mcguigan et al, 2006).…”

“…Yu and Mohamad Physical Activity and Health DOI: 10.5334/paah.207 "Complete training method" refers to the training method of complete practice from the beginning to the end of technical action or tactical cooperation, regardless of parts and links. "Repetitive training method" refers to the practice method of repeating the same exercise for many times and arranging relatively sufficient rest between the two exercises (Y Fu et al, 2021)…”