Aerobic fitness and isokinetic knee strength of semi-professional rugby union players: a comparison between backs and forwards.
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
; 61(5): 636-644, 2021 May.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-33472345
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
This study aimed to describe the physical fitness characteristics of semi-professional rugby union (RU) players using VOMETHODS:
VORESULTS:
The results showed that forwards were significant taller (P=0.036), heavier (P=0.01), with greater fat mass (P=0.001) than backs. Backs had a greater VOCONCLUSIONS:
This study presents important information for players and athletic coordinators as to the differences between backs and forwards across physiological and strength measures. This information can greatly inform the individualized training protocol and preparation of current and future players across different positions and different levels.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Competitive Behavior
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Muscle Strength
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Football
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Cardiorespiratory Fitness
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Knee
Type of study:
Observational_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
J Sports Med Phys Fitness
Year:
2021
Document type:
Article
Publication country:
IT
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ITALIA
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ITALY
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ITÁLIA