StepTest4all: Improving the Prediction of Cardiovascular Capacity Assessment in Young Adults

Sampaio, Tatiana; Morais, Jorge E.; Bragada, José A.

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“…Aerobic training for football athletes encompasses not only the enhancement of physical condition but also the prioritisation of tactical aspects, including playing positions, ball movement, and technical skills necessary for achieving success (Tamozhanskaya & Shkola, 2016;Ribeiro et al, 2021). Integrating aerobic exercise into regular football training programmes helps to create a well-balanced approach, considering each participant's specific abilities, fitness levels, and the need to improve VO2max (Sampaio et al, 2024). This tailored training approach results in more focused and effective programs.…”

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Aerobic training as an approach to increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes

Marsuna,

Hudain,

Heriansyah

2024

j. Sport Area

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Background Problems: Lack of variety in aerobic exercise can cause boredom and reduce motivation to increase VO2max. Research Objectives: This study aims to assess how much influence aerobic exercise has on increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes. This involves regularly monitoring and measuring changes in VO2max levels over time. Methods: This research used a pre-experimental method; the design used was a one-group pretest and posttest design. The study used total sampling to select a population and sample of 30 amateur athletes. The instrument used was the 15-minute balke test to determine the athlete's VO2max capacity. The method used aerobic training with a 400-metre run. The data analysis technique used descriptive statistical tests, and prerequisite tests were normality, homogeneity, and hypothesis testing using the t-test with the SPSS version 26 program. Findings and Results: The analysis of the data reveals a notable improvement in VO2max following aerobic exercise. The average VO2max value increased from 55.38 during the pretest to 70.70 in the posttest phase. This increase was substantiated by the t-test results, where the calculated t-value was 10.36. Consequently, this indicates a significant enhancement in VO2max post-exercise. Conclusion: Aerobic exercise has a crucial role in increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes. Good cardiorespiratory conditioning can help improve their endurance, performance, and recovery during training and competition.

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Aerobic training as an approach to increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes

Marsuna,

Hudain,

Heriansyah

2024

j. Sport Area

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Bibliometric Review of the Step Test: A Comprehensive Analysis of Research Trends and Development

Sampaio,

Marinho,

Bragada

et al. 2024

Sports Med - Open

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Background The step test provides valuable information on cardiorespiratory parameters such as maximal oxygen uptake and heart rate. Cardiorespiratory capacity is critical to health-related fitness, with heart rate recovery after exercise serving as a predictor of mortality risk. Main Body The primary objective of this review was to identify trends, key contributors, and emerging themes in the step test literature through 2023 using the Web of Science Core Collection. Bibliometric data extraction and analysis were performed using a dedicated bibliometric software (VOSviewer). The analysis showed continued interest through 2021. The research categories highlight the multidisciplinary nature of the step test, covering cardiovascular systems, respiratory systems, sports sciences, and medicine. It has gained global attention, with 31 countries involved, with Brazil and the United States leading the way. The diversity of contributing nations is increasing, reflecting a growing global interest. With 111 journals involved, such as Respiratory Care and Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, step test research is spread across the academic landscape. With 761 contributing researchers, there is a collaborative and diverse community. The top 10 institutions, including the University of Alabama System and Monash University, illustrate the variety of settings in which step test studies are conducted. Step test studies span multiple disciplines, underscoring their adaptability. The clusters identified in this bibliometric analysis of the step test literature guide future research, suggesting avenues for refining protocols, exploring health implications, optimizing tests for specific conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and adapting step tests in diverse populations. Conclusions Practical implications highlight the role of the step test in cardiovascular risk assessment, fitness monitoring, and rehabilitation. This broad review underscores the relevance of the step test in diverse settings, reflecting its adaptability and ease of application across occupational and clinical settings.

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StepTest4all: Improving the Prediction of Cardiovascular Capacity Assessment in Young Adults

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Aerobic training as an approach to increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes

Aerobic training as an approach to increasing VO2max in amateur football athletes

Bibliometric Review of the Step Test: A Comprehensive Analysis of Research Trends and Development

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