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Sánchez-Otero T, Tuimil JL, Boullosa D, Varela-Sanz A, Iglesias-Soler E. Active vs. passive recovery during an aerobic interval training session in well-trained runners. Eur J Appl Physiol 2022; 122:1281-1291. [PMID: 35262762 PMCID: PMC9012711 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-022-04926-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose To compare cardio-metabolic, perceptual and neuromuscular responses to an aerobic interval training (AIT) running session, with active (AR) vs. passive recovery (PR). Methods Eleven well-trained male distance runners (36.63 ± 6.93 years, 59.26 ± 5.27 mL·kg−1·min−1, ⁓ 35 min in 10 km) completed the University of Montréal Track Test (UMTT) and 2 AIT sessions on track in random order, which consisted of 4 × 2 min at 100% of the maximum aerobic speed (MAS), with 2 min of AR at 80% of the velocity associated to the second ventilatory threshold (vVT2), or no exercise (i.e., PR). During sessions, oxygen consumption (V̇O2), heart rate (HR), blood lactate [La], rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and countermovement jump (CMJ) were continuously monitored. Results There were no differences in time spent in the “red zone” (i.e. > 90% V̇O2max) between sessions (222 ± 73 s AR vs. 230 ± 104 s PR, p = 0.588), although the PR exhibited a greater time spent at peak V̇O2 close to significance (117 ± 114 vs. 158 ± 109 s, p = 0.056). However, the AR elicited a higher mean V̇O2 (49.62 ± 5.91 vs. 47.46 ± 4.20 mL·kg−1·min−1, p = 0.021). The AR favored a lower [La] after sessions (6.93 ± 2.22 vs. 6.24 ± 1.93 mmol·L−1, p = 0.016) and a higher RPE during sessions (15 ± 0.45 vs. 14 ± 0.47, p = 0.045). Meanwhile, the CMJ was significantly potentiated during both sessions. Conclusion Considering that PR elicited lower perceptual loading for a similar cardiorespiratory response, its use would be preferable, at least, for this type of AIT running sessions.
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- Tania Sánchez-Otero
- Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of A Coruna, Performance and Health Group, A Coruña, Spain
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- Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of A Coruna, Performance and Health Group, A Coruña, Spain
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- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Brazil.,College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia.,Research and Development Department, iLOAD Solutions, Campo Grande, Brazil
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- Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of A Coruna, Performance and Health Group, A Coruña, Spain
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- Faculty of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Department of Physical Education and Sport, University of A Coruna, Performance and Health Group, A Coruña, Spain.
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Myrkos A, Smilios I, Zafeiridis A, Iliopoulos S, Kokkinou EM, Douda H, Tokmakidis SP. Effects of Work and Recovery Duration and Their Ratio on Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Responses During Aerobic Interval Exercise. J Strength Cond Res 2020; 36:2169-2175. [PMID: 32379235 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000003578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Myrkos, A, Smilios, I, Zafeiridis, A, Iliopoulos, S, Kokkinou, EM, Douda, H, and Tokmakidis, SP. Effects of work and recovery duration and their ratio on cardiorespiratory and metabolic responses during aerobic interval exercise. J Strength Cond Res XX(X): 000-000, 2020-This study examined the effect of work and recovery durations and of work-to-rest ratio (WRR) on total exercise time and oxygen consumption (V[Combining Dot Above]O2max), on exercise time above 80, 90, and 95% of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max and HRmax, and on blood lactate concentrations during aerobic interval exercise. Twelve men (22.1 ± 1 year) executed, until exhaustion, 4 interval protocols at an intensity corresponding to 100% of maximal aerobic velocity. Two protocols were performed with work bout duration of 120 seconds and recovery durations of 120 (WRR: 1:1) or 60 seconds (WRR: 2:1), and 2 protocols with work bout duration of 60 seconds and recovery durations of 60 (WRR: 1:1) or 30 seconds (WRR: 2:1). When compared at equal exercise time, total V[Combining Dot Above]O2 and exercise time at V[Combining Dot Above]O2 above 80, 90, and 95% of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max were longer (p < 0.05) in 120:120, 120:60 and 60:30 vs. the 60:60 protocol. When analyzed for total exercise time (until exhaustion), total V[Combining Dot Above]O2 was higher (p < 0.01) in the 60:60 compared with all other protocols, and in the 120:120 compared with 120:60. Exercise time >95% of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max and HRmax was higher (p < 0.05) in the 120:120 vs. the 60:60 protocol; there were no differences among protocols for exercise time >90% of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max and HRmax. Blood lactate was lower (p < 0.05) in the 60:60 compared with all other protocols and in the 60:30 vs. the 120:60. In conclusion, when interval exercise protocols are executed at similar effort (until exhaustion), work and recovery durations do not, in general, affect exercise time at high oxygen consumption and HR rates. However, as work duration decreases, a higher work-to-recovery ratio (e.g., 2:1) should be used to achieve and maintain high (>95% of maximum) cardiorespiratory stimulus. Longer work bouts and higher work-to-recovery ratio seem to activate anaerobic glycolysis to a greater extent, as suggested by greater blood lactate concentrations.
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- Aristides Myrkos
- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Agios Ioannis, Serres, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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Smilios I, Myrkos A, Zafeiridis A, Toubekis A, Spassis A, Tokmakidis SP. The Effects of Recovery Duration During High-Intensity Interval Exercise on Time Spent at High Rates of Oxygen Consumption, Oxygen Kinetics, and Blood Lactate. J Strength Cond Res 2018; 32:2183-2189. [PMID: 28301436 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000001904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Smilios, I, Myrkos, A, Zafeiridis, A, Toubekis, A, Spassis, A, and Tokmakidis, SP. The effects of recovery duration during high-intensity interval exercise on time spent at high rates of oxygen consumption, oxygen kinetics, and blood lactate. J Strength Cond Res 32(8): 2183-2189, 2018-The recovery duration and the work-to-recovery ratio are important aspects to consider when designing a high-intensity aerobic interval exercise (HIIE). This study examined the effects of recovery duration on total exercise time performed above 80, 90, and 95% of maximum oxygen consumption (V[Combining Dot Above]O2max) and heart rate (HRmax) during a single-bout HIIE. We also evaluated the effects on V[Combining Dot Above]O2 and HR kinetics, blood lactate concentration, and rating of perceived exertion (RPE). Eleven moderately trained men (22.1 ± 1 year) executed, on 3 separate sessions, 4 × 4-minute runs at 90% of maximal aerobic velocity (MAV) with 2, 3, and 4 minutes of active recovery. Recovery duration did not affect the percentage of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max attained and the total exercise time above 80, 90, and 95% of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max. Exercise time above 80 and 90% of HRmax was longer with 2 and 3 minutes (p ≤ 0.05) as compared with the 4-minute recovery. Oxygen uptake and HR amplitude were lower, mean response time slower (p ≤ 0.05), and blood lactate and RPE higher with 2 minutes compared with 4-minute recovery (p ≤ 0.05). In conclusion, aerobic metabolism attains its upper functional limits with either 2, or 3 or 4 minutes of recovery during the 4 × 4-minute HIIE; thus, all rest durations could be used for the enhancement of aerobic capacity in sports, fitness, and clinical settings. The short (2 minutes) compared with longer (4 minutes) recovery, however, evokes greater cardiovascular and metabolic stress and activates to a greater extent anaerobic glycolysis and hence, could be used by athletes to induce greater overall physiological challenge.
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- Ilias Smilios
- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Department of Physical Education & Sport Science, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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Scudamore EM, Barry VW, Coons JM. An Evaluation of Time-Trial-Based Predictions of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max and Recommended Training Paces for Collegiate and Recreational Runners. J Strength Cond Res 2018; 32:1137-1143. [PMID: 28426511 DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000001942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Scudamore, EM, Barry, VW, and Coons, JM. An Evaluation of time-trial-based predictions of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max and recommended training paces for collegiate and recreational runners. J Strength Cond Res 32(4): 1137-1143, 2018-The purpose of the current study was to determine the accuracy of Jack Daniels' VDOT Running Calculator for the prediction of V[Combining Dot Above]O2max, and recommendations of interval and training paces (pIN and pTH) in samples of National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1 track athletes (ATH, n = 11) and recreational runners (REC; n = 9). Predicted variable data were obtained using results from indoor 5-km time-trials. Data from the VDOT Calculator were compared with laboratory-tested V[Combining Dot Above]O2max, pace at V[Combining Dot Above]O2max (V[Combining Dot Above]O2maxpace), and lactate threshold pace (LTpace). Results indicated that VDOT underestimated V[Combining Dot Above]O2max in ATH (t(10) = -6.00, p < 0.001, d = 1.75) and REC (t(8) = -8.96, p < 0.001, d = 3.44). Follow-up between-groups analysis indicated that the difference between VDOT and V[Combining Dot Above]O2max was significantly greater in REC than in ATH (p = 0.0031, d = 1.59). pIN was slower than V[Combining Dot Above]O2maxpace in REC (t(8) = -4.26, p = 0.003, d = 1.76), but not different in ATH (t(10) = 0.52, p = 0.614, d = 0.14). Conversely, pTH was faster than LTpace in ATH (t(8) = -4.17, p = 0.003, d = 1.49), but not different in REC (t(8) = 1.64, p = 0.139, d = 0.57). Practically, pTH can be confidently used for threshold training regardless of the ability level. pIN also seemed to be accurate for ATH, but may be not be optimal for improving V[Combining Dot Above]O2max in REC. Practitioners should interpret VDOT with caution as it may underestimate V[Combining Dot Above]O2max.
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- Eric M Scudamore
- Department of Health and Human Performance, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Prescribing 6-weeks of running training using parameters from a self-paced maximal oxygen uptake protocol. Eur J Appl Physiol 2018; 118:911-918. [PMID: 29435760 PMCID: PMC5959994 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-018-3814-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Purpose The self-paced maximal oxygen uptake test (SPV) may offer effective training prescription metrics for athletes. This study aimed to examine whether SPV-derived data could be used for training prescription. Methods Twenty-four recreationally active male and female runners were randomly assigned between two training groups: (1) Standardised (STND) and (2) Self-Paced (S-P). Participants completed 4 running sessions a week using a global positioning system-enabled (GPS) watch: 2 × interval sessions; 1 × recovery run; and 1 × tempo run. STND had training prescribed via graded exercise test (GXT) data, whereas S-P had training prescribed via SPV data. In STND, intervals were prescribed as 6 × 60% of the time that velocity at \documentclass[12pt]{minimal}
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García-Pinillos F, Soto-Hermoso VM, Latorre-Román PA. How does high-intensity intermittent training affect recreational endurance runners? Acute and chronic adaptations: A systematic review. JOURNAL OF SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCE 2017; 6:54-67. [PMID: 30356547 PMCID: PMC6188912 DOI: 10.1016/j.jshs.2016.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2015] [Revised: 05/09/2016] [Accepted: 06/06/2016] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to critically analyze the literature to determine how high-intensity intermittent training (HIIT) affects recreational endurance runners in the short- and long-term. METHODS Electronic databases were searched for literature dating from January 2000 to October 2015. The search was conducted using the key words "high-intensity intermittent training" or "high-intensity interval exercise" or "interval running" or "sprint interval training" and "endurance runners" or "long distance runners". A systematic approach was used to evaluate the 783 articles identified for initial review. Studies were included if they investigated HIIT in recreational endurance runners. The methodological quality of the studies was evaluated using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale (for intervention studies) and the modified Downs and Black Quality Index (for cross-sectional studies). RESULTS Twenty-three studies met the inclusionary criteria for review. The results are presented in 2 parts: cross-sectional (n = 15) and intervention studies (n = 8). In the 15 cross-sectional studies selected, endurance runners performed at least 1 HIIT protocol, and the acute impact on physiological, neuromuscular, metabolic and/or biomechanical variables was assessed. Intervention studies lasted a minimum of 4 weeks, with 10 weeks being the longest intervention period, and included 2 to 4 HIIT sessions per week. Most of these studies combined HIIT sessions with continuous run (CR) sessions; 2 studies' subjects performed HIIT exclusively. CONCLUSION HIIT-based running plans (2 to 3 HIIT sessions per week, combining HIIT and CR runs) show athletic performance improvements in endurance runners by improving maximal oxygen uptake and running economy along with muscular and metabolic adaptations. To maximize the adaptations to training, both HIIT and CR must be part of training programs for endurance runners.
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Oxygen Uptake in Maximal Effort Constant Rate and Interval Running. ScientificWorldJournal 2013; 2013:680326. [PMID: 24288501 PMCID: PMC3826314 DOI: 10.1155/2013/680326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2013] [Accepted: 07/30/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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This study investigated differences in average V˙O2 of maximal effort interval running to maximal effort constant rate running at lactate threshold matched for time. The average V˙O2 and distance covered of 10 recreational male runners (V˙O2 max: 4158 ± 390 mL·min−1) were compared between a maximal effort constant-rate run at lactate threshold (CRLT), a maximal effort interval run (INT) consisting of 2 min at V˙O2 max speed with 2 minutes at 50% of V˙O2 repeated 5 times, and a run at the average speed sustained during the interval run (CR submax). Data are presented as mean and 95% confidence intervals. The average V˙O2 for INT, 3451 (3269–3633) mL·min−1, 83% V˙O2 max, was not significantly different to CRLT, 3464 (3285–3643) mL·min−1, 84% V˙O2 max, but both were significantly higher than CR sub-max, 3464 (3285–3643) mL·min−1, 76% V˙O2 max. The distance covered was significantly greater in CLRT, 4431 (4202–3731) metres, compared to INT and CR sub-max, 4070 (3831–4309) metres. The novel finding was that a 20-minute maximal effort constant rate run uses similar amounts of oxygen as a 20-minute maximal effort interval run despite the greater distance covered in the maximal effort constant-rate run.
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Bartlett JD, Close GL, MacLaren DPM, Gregson W, Drust B, Morton JP. High-intensity interval running is perceived to be more enjoyable than moderate-intensity continuous exercise: implications for exercise adherence. J Sports Sci 2011; 29:547-53. [PMID: 21360405 DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2010.545427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 326] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The aim of this study was to objectively quantify ratings of perceived enjoyment using the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale following high-intensity interval running versus moderate-intensity continuous running. Eight recreationally active men performed two running protocols consisting of high-intensity interval running (6 × 3 min at 90% VO(2max) interspersed with 6 × 3 min active recovery at 50% VO(2max) with a 7-min warm-up and cool down at 70% VO(2max)) or 50 min moderate-intensity continuous running at 70% VO(2max). Ratings of perceived enjoyment after exercise were higher (P < 0.05) following interval running compared with continuous running (88 ± 6 vs. 61 ± 12) despite higher (P < 0.05) ratings of perceived exertion (14 ± 1 vs. 13 ± 1). There was no difference (P < 0.05) in average heart rate (88 ± 3 vs. 87 ± 3% maximum heart rate), average VO(2) (71 ± 6 vs. 73 ± 4%VO(2max)), total VO(2) (162 ± 16 vs. 166 ± 27 L) or energy expenditure (811 ± 83 vs. 832 ± 136 kcal) between protocols. The greater enjoyment associated with high-intensity interval running may be relevant for improving exercise adherence, since running is a low-cost exercise intervention requiring no exercise equipment and similar relative exercise intensities have previously induced health benefits in patient populations.
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- Jonathan D Bartlett
- Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK
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Zafeiridis A, Rizos S, Sarivasiliou H, Kazias A, Dipla K, Vrabas IS. The extent of aerobic system activation during continuous and interval exercise protocols in young adolescents and men. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab 2011; 36:128-36. [DOI: 10.1139/h10-096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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This study assessed the extent of aerobic system activation in young adolescents and men during heavy continuous (HC), short-interval (SI), and long-interval (LI) aerobic exercise protocols, and compared this response between the 2 age groups in the 3 protocols. Ten young adolescents (aged 13.2 ± 0.3 years) and 10 men (aged 21.0 ± 1.6 years) completed a maximal incremental test, an HC exercise protocol (83% of maximal aerobic velocity; MAV), an SI exercise protocol (30 s at 110% MAV with 30 s at 50%), and an LI exercise protocol (3 min at 95% MAV with 3 min at 35%). Oxygen consumption and heart rate were measured continuously, and blood samples were obtained for lactate determination. Men completed more runs and distance in the SI protocol (p < 0.05) than adolescents; however, there were no age differences in the number of LI runs and in the duration of HC protocol. In both age groups, more time was spent above 90% and 95% of maximal oxygen consumption (p < 0.05), and a higher percentage of maximal oxygen consumption was reached in the LI compared with the HC and SI protocols, with no differences between the HC and SI protocols. Although within each protocol the percentage of maximal oxygen consumption achieved and time spent above 90% and 95% of maximal oxygen consumption was not different between age groups, the time spent at 80% maximal oxygen consumption was longer for adolescents than men in the HC protocol, and longer for men than boys in the SI protocol (p < 0.05). In conclusion, all protocols elicited high levels of aerobic activation in both age groups. The LI protocol taxed the aerobic system at 90%–100% of maximal oxygen consumption for a longer time when compared with the HC and SI protocols in young adolescents and in men. However, differences were observed between groups in taxing the aerobic system at 80% maximal oxygen consumption: in young adolescents, the HC protocol allowed longer running time than the LI and SI protocols, while in men there were no differences among protocols.
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- Andreas Zafeiridis
- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education & Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece
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Zafeiridis A, Sarivasiliou H, Dipla K, Vrabas IS. The effects of heavy continuous versus long and short intermittent aerobic exercise protocols on oxygen consumption, heart rate, and lactate responses in adolescents. Eur J Appl Physiol 2010; 110:17-26. [PMID: 20383773 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-010-1467-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/26/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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This study compared the physiological responses to heavy continuous (HC), short-intermittent (SI), and long-intermittent (LI) treadmill exercise protocols in non-endurance adolescent males. Nine adolescents (14 +/- 0.6 years) performed a maximal incremental treadmill test followed, on separate days, by a SI [30 s at 110% of maximal aerobic velocity (MAV) with 30 s recovery at 50%], a LI (3 min at 95% of MAV with 3 min recovery at 35%), and a HC (at 83% of MAV) aerobic exercise protocol. VO(2) and HR were measured continuously, and blood samples were obtained prior to and after the protocols. The duration of exercise and the distance covered were longer (p < 0.05) in HC and LI versus SI. All participants reached 80 and 85% of VO(2)peak irrespective of the protocol, while more participants reached 90 and 95% of VO(2)peak in the intermittent protocols (9 and 6, respectively) versus HC (5 and 3, respectively). The time spent above 80 and 85% of VO(2)peak was higher in HC and LI versus SI; the time above 90% was higher only in LI versus SI, and the time above 95% was higher in LI versus HC and SI. The total VO(2) consumed was greater in HC and LI versus SI. Lactate was higher after LI versus HC. In conclusion, when matched for exhaustion level, LI is more effective in stimulating the aerobic system compared to both HC and SI, while HC aerobic exercise appears equally effective to SI. Nevertheless, adolescents have to exercise for a longer time in HC and LI to achieve these effects.
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- Andreas Zafeiridis
- Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratory, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki at Serres, Thessaloniki, Serres, Greece.
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