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ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ ΜΗΤΡΟΤΑΣΙΟΣ, ΛΕΚΤΟΡΑΣ, ΣΕΦΑΑ,ΕΚΠΑ
Summary:
The present study analyzes the use of the YO-YO IR1 test in assessing the aerobic capacity of amateur soccer players. Its aim was to highlight the effectiveness of this specific test and to what extent it can be utilized by soccer coaches, contributing to the optimization of performance and physical condition of soccer athletes.
In the conducted study, 49 amateur soccer players participated, divided into two groups. After measuring their physical characteristics and age, and ensuring they met the health requirements to participate in the experiment, they performed the YO-YO IR1 test. This specific test involved repeated 2x20-meter shuttle runs with a 10-second rest interval. ANOVA for repeated measures was applied for statistical analysis, with a significance level set at p<0.05.
The findings of the study indicated no significant differences in the anthropometric characteristics between the two groups of participants. However, a statistically significant difference was observed in the endurance parameter, where the first group covered a greater distance compared to the second group (1611.43±444.89 vs. 1234.29±451.01, respectively). Additionally, better V́O2max (49.94±3.74 vs. 46.77±3.79, respectively) and speed in achieving maximum aerobic capacity (vV́O2max: 16.09±0.71 vs. 15.45±0.76, respectively) were achieved in the first group. Maximum heart rate (HRmax) showed no variation between the two groups.
In conclusion, the outdoor intermittent YO-YO IR1 test for V́O2max determination is suitable for amateur soccer teams and serves as a valuable tool for designing appropriate training programs during the preparation period.
