The use of individualized speed and intensity thresholds for determining the distance run at high-intensity in professional soccer

Abt, Grant; Lovell, Ric

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“…Whilst the use of absolute speed-zones may provide useful information regarding the performance capacity of players, they do not account for the underlying individual physiological capacity that distinguishes different levels of play. Abt & Lovell (2009) A significant increase in measured peak speed was observed between the ages of U14 and U15 in the present study (P<0.05), with no differences between U12-U14 level, or between U15 to U16 level (P>0.05). These findings are in agreement with Mujika et al (2009), who reported an improved sprint performance between the ages of U14 and U15 (P<0.05), with no further improvement being observed after U15 level (Mujika et al, 2009).…”

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Motion analysis of match-play in elite U12 to U16 age-group soccer players

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Barnes

Portas

et al. 2010

Journal of Sports Sciences

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The aim of this study was to quantify the motion demands of match-play in elite U12-U16 year old soccer players. 112 players from two professional soccer clubs at five age-group levels (U12-U16) were monitored during competitive matches (n = 14) using 5 Hz non-differential Global Positioning System (NdGPS). Velocity thresholds were normalised for each age-group using the mean squad times for a flying 10 m sprint test as a reference point. Match performance was reported as total distance, high-intensity distance, very high-intensity distance and sprint distance.Data were reported both in absolute (m) and relative (m · min -1 ) terms due to a rolling substitute policy. U15 (1.35 ± 0.09 s) and U16 (1.31 ± 0.06 s) players were significantly quicker than the U12 (1.58 ± 0.10 s), U13 (1.52 ± 0.07 s) and U14 (1.51 ± 0.08 s) players in the flying 10m sprint test (P<0.001). The U16 age-group covered significantly more absolute total distance (U16 > U12, U13, U14), high-intensity distance (U16 > U12, U13, U14, U15), very high-intensity distance (U16 > U12, U13) and sprint distance (U16 > U12, U13) than their younger counterparts (P<0.05). When the data are considered relative to match exposure, few differences are apparent. Training prescription for youth soccer players should consider the specific demands of competitive match-play at each age-group.

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Motion analysis of match-play in elite U12 to U16 age-group soccer players

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Portas

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“…The defining of individual speed threshold zones relative to a player's physical capabilities could also be considered for future studies. Male players have been shown to have individual thresholds for high-intensity running, as defined by the speed at the point of the second ventilatory threshold [23]. Accordingly, there is an apparent need to individualise the speed thresholds utilised.…”

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“…Accordingly, there is an apparent need to individualise the speed thresholds utilised. Furthermore it has been demonstrated that the use of default thresholds in semi-automated camera systems substantially underestimated the amount of high-intensity running distance completed [23]. Recent research [24] has examined maximum sprinting speed for female soccer players and these values could be used to contribute to a framework of speed threshold classification for female players.…”

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Applied Physiology of Female Soccer: An Update

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The popularity and professionalism of female soccer has increased markedly in recent years, with elite players now employed on either a professional or semi-professional basis. The previous review of the physiological demands of female soccer was undertaken two decades ago when the sport was in its relative infancy. Increased research coupled with greater training and competition demands warrants an updated review to consider the effect on physical performance and injury patterns.The physical demands of match-play along with the influence of factors such as the standard of competition, playing position and fatigue have been explored. Total distance covered for elite female players is approximately 10 km, with 1.7 km completed at high-speed (>18 km.h -1 ). Elite players complete 28% more high-speed running and 24% more sprinting than moderate level players. Decrements in high-speed running distance have been reported between and within halves, which may indicate an inability to maintain highintensity activity. Although physical capacity of female players is the most thoroughly researched area comparisons are difficult due to differing protocols. Elite players exhibit maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) values of 49.4 -57.6 ml.kg -1 .min -1 , Yo Yo Intermittent Endurance test level 2 (YYIE2) scores of 1774 ± 532 m (mean ± SD) and 20 m sprint times of 3.17 ± 0.03 s (mean ± SD). Reasons for the increased prevalence of anterior cruciate ligament injuries in females (2-6 times greater than males) are discussed with anatomical, biomechanical loading and neuromuscular activation differences being cited in the literature. This review presents an in-depth contemporary examination of the applied physiology of the female soccer player.Applied Physiology of Female Soccer 2 1) Introduction The last review of the physiological demands of female soccer was undertaken two decades ago [1] . At the time of that review, women's soccer was in its relative infancy with the inaugural Women's World Cup having taken place in 1991. The popularity of women's soccer has increased markedly in recent years with 29 million participants recorded in 2011, an increase of 34% from 2000 [2]. The 2015 Women's World Cup will have 24 participating nations, an increase of eight from the previous tournament.Since the previous review, increasing attention in the scientific literature has focused on women's soccer with over two thousand scientific articles published. There has been a drive towards professionalism in the sport with players at the highest level now employed on a professional or semi-professional basis. Current elite players are exposed to greater training volumes and competition demands than ever before, consequently these increased physical demands may have implications for both physical performance levels and injury patterns. Inline with these changes, advances in technology available for monitoring athletes has led to greater opportunities to scientifically support players and thus information regarding the modern elite female player...

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“…For example, thresholds have been reported at velocities of > 8.33 m/s [3], > 7 m/s [10], > 6.39 m/s [1,2], and > 5.83 m/s [9]. there is also a proposal to use an individualized velocity threshold for each athlete [16]. On the other hand, Di Salvo et al [10] suggested analysing sprint activities in a more specific way, classifying them as 'explosive' and 'leading' sprint.…”

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“…According to Stolen et al [14], players need a period of low intensity activities for lactate re-moval and recovery of lost energy substrates after periods with HIEs during matches. the ability to recover and reproduce performance in subsequent sprints, termed repeated-sprint ability (rSA), is believed to be a specific fitness requirement of soccer and other team sports athletes [15,16].…”

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Analysis of high-intensity efforts in brazilian professional soccer players

Moura¹,

Marche²,

Caetano³

et al. 2017

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Purpose. the study aim was to characterize high-intensity efforts (HIEs) of soccer players. Methods. the HIE features were quantified according to playing positions, with the consideration of the moment of initial velocity increase, which precedes the velocity threshold. the total of 107 players of Brazilian first division championship were analysed with the automatic tracking method. HIE phase 1 began at the minimum local value and finished when the velocity reached 6.4 m/s. Phase 2 began immediately when the velocity exceeded 6.4 m/s and finished with the velocity lower than 6.4 m/s. Results. External defenders and forwards performed a greater (p < 0.01; d: 1.01-1.17) number of HIEs (40.0 ± 13.5 and 34.9 ± 6.6, respectively) than central defenders (26.6 ± 9.2). With respect to the distance covered and duration of phase 2, external defenders covered a greater (p < 0.

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The use of individualized speed and intensity thresholds for determining the distance run at high-intensity in professional soccer

Cited by 171 publications

References 23 publications

Motion analysis of match-play in elite U12 to U16 age-group soccer players

Motion analysis of match-play in elite U12 to U16 age-group soccer players

Applied Physiology of Female Soccer: An Update

Analysis of high-intensity efforts in brazilian professional soccer players

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