Strength and Conditioning

Comfort, Paul; Matthews, Martyn

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“…A greater proportion of Brazilian SCCs (31% versus 27% for international SCCs [ 14 ]) usually prescribe plyometric exercises after weight training sessions which, in theory, may affect training quality [ 67 , 68 ]. It is crucial to note that plyometric training places a high demand on the neuromuscular system, being more efficient when prescribed under well-rested (or at least not fatigued) conditions [ 69 , 70 ]. This may be even more critical in modern soccer, as the time constraints imposed by congested fixture schedules require coaches to remain up-to-date and utilize the most effective training practices, especially for the development of speed- and power-related qualities [ 13 , 18 , 19 , 63 ].…”

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Practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Brazilian elite soccer

Loturco¹,

Freitas²,

Alcaráz³

et al. 2022

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Brazil is the leading global exporter of soccer players, with approximately 2,000 international transfers to different clubs per year. Although Brazilian players compete in the most prestigious soccer leagues worldwide, the habitual training methods, strategies, and routines of Brazilian soccer strength and conditioning coaches (SCCs) are undocumented. This study used a standard online survey to collect and characterize the strength and conditioning practices of Brazilian soccer SCCs. Forty-nine SCCs (age: 40.4 ± 7.5 years; professional experience: 15.3 ± 7.5 years) working in Brazilian professional soccer teams participated in this study. The survey consisted of eight sections: 1) background information; 2) muscular strength-power development; 3) speed training; 4) plyometrics; 5) flexibility training; 6) physical testing; 7) technology use; and 8) programing. Results indicated that training and testing practices of Brazilian SCCs are strongly affected by the congested fixture schedules, extensive traveling distances, and socio-economic disparities between different regions of the country. We describe all these different strategies and methods in detail, providing a comprehensive view and a critical examination of Brazilian soccer strength and conditioning practices. Brazilian SCCs and professional soccer organizations can use the findings from this study to develop training strategies and customize education programs. Practitioners from other countries can use this information to design training programs closely tailored to the background of Brazilian athletes, which may support their adaptation to different competitive scenarios and game demands, such as those found in the most important soccer leagues worldwide.

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“…Although 76% of SCCs prescribe these exercises as part of complex training and before weight training, 31% of them still prefer to utilize these exercises after weight training. These practices should be revisited so that they are in agreement with plyometric guidelines and to improve training quality [ 35 , 69 , 70 ].…”

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Practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Brazilian elite soccer

Loturco¹,

Freitas²,

Alcaráz³

et al. 2022

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“…acute, chronic recurring, chronic) [32]. An injury was determined by the consulting physical therapist to be preventable if the therapist perceived that the injury could have been avoided through strategies such as strength and conditioning training [33]. A musculoskeletal disorder was considered performance-related if the injury occurred during or immediately after playing and the musician specified that instrumental playing was the main contributor to their injury [34].…”

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The usefulness of on-site physical therapy-led triage services for professional orchestral musicians – a national cohort study

Chan¹,

Driscoll

Ackermann³

2013

BMC Musculoskelet Disord

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BackgroundAustralian professional orchestral musicians reported a lifetime prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries that had interfered with playing at 84%. Physical therapy-led triage clinics may be a practical method to manage the impact of high performance-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMDs) in professional orchestral musicians. This study aimed to: a) collect information on presenting injuries, b) determine the participant’s provisional diagnosis, c) evaluate uptake of an on-site triage service, d) measure participant satisfaction, and e) identify factors influencing attendance.MethodsEight triage sessions were run on a fortnightly basis during a designated lunch break between rehearsal calls in seven premier symphony orchestras in Australia; a total population of 483 musicians. The participants received one or a combination of: a) education and advice relating to their provisional diagnosis, b) basic acute management and/or c) a referral to a suitable medical practitioner or allied health professional for further consultation or treatment. A three-month follow-up questionnaire was completed and a qualitative narrative themes-based analysis was undertaken to summarise participant and physical therapist feedback. Uptake, participant satisfaction and factors influencing attendance were measured.Results99 initial consultations (83 individuals) were conducted with more females (61%) utilizing the service than males (49%). The most common injury complaints were in the shoulder (22%), neck (18%), upper back (18%), and hand (8%). 66% of these were diagnosed as PRMDs. Of these injuries, 94% were considered preventable, 93% continued to affect playing, 68% were severe requiring a referral for further management, and 46% were recurrent. The advice at the triage service was rated as helpful or very helpful by 79% of the musicians, whilst 68% responded they were likely or very likely to continue to use the service if it was offered in the future. Of the participants that followed through with the referral advice, 67% reported that the referral advice was helpful or very helpful. Musicians’ and physical therapists’ written feedback indicated their acknowledgement for the need of this service. The main suggestions for improving attendance were increasing the music-specific physical therapy knowledge of therapists and overcoming competing time demands.ConclusionOn-site health services for musicians may facilitate better injury management by providing immediate and specific health advice.Trial registrationACTRN12612000220864

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“…This is mainly because it places a high demand on the neuromuscular system, being more efficient and effective when prescribed under well-rested (or at least not fatigued) conditions. 64 This may be even more critical in rugby athletes, who frequently train two or more times daily for two or more consecutive days, 13 thus hampering adequate recovery between training sessions. Overall, the use of plyometrics as part of complex training or before weight sessions by the majority of Argentinian coaches is in line with previous studies in rugby and soccer 17,22,24 and is supported by a recent study 63 confirming the effectiveness of complex training as a method to improve athletic performance.…”

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Training and testing practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Argentinian Rugby Union

Zabaloy

Tondelli

Pereira

et al. 2022

International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching

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The Argentine Rugby Union is a top-tier rugby nation (ranked 8th according to World Rugby), with the Buenos Aires Rugby Union being the largest competitive league. To date, the training practices of Argentinian rugby strength and conditioning coaches have not yet been documented and analyzed. We used an online survey to characterize the training and testing strategies commonly implemented by Argentinian rugby strength and conditioning coaches, which could serve as a guideline for coaching education programs. Thirty-five rugby strength and conditioning coaches (age: 42.0 ± 8.9 years; professional experience: 16.8 ± 8.3 years) working across 35 clubs (from a total of 40 clubs) participated in the study. The survey consisted of eight sections: 1) background information; 2) strength-power development; 3) speed training; 4) plyometrics; 5) flexibility training; 6) physical testing; 7) technology use; and 8) programming. Overall, Argentinian strength and conditioning coaches did not frequently use periodization strategies to structure programs, reported a progressive reduction in training loads across the season, and prescribed primarily Olympic weightlifting and squat as resistance exercises during different training periods. The analyses of speed training revealed high utilization of form-running, plyometrics, and sport-specific movements. Our results also indicated that physical testing and technology may be affected by the economic difficulties of Argentinian clubs. This study presents new information regarding the training methods adopted by Argentinian rugby strength and conditioning coaches, while providing them with new insights to improve their professional practices. Practitioners from different countries working in competitive rugby leagues can use the information provided here to examine their own practices and implement evidence-based programs for elite rugby players.

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Strength and Conditioning

Cited by 7 publications

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Practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Brazilian elite soccer

Practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Brazilian elite soccer

The usefulness of on-site physical therapy-led triage services for professional orchestral musicians – a national cohort study

Training and testing practices of strength and conditioning coaches in Argentinian Rugby Union

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