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The Physiological demands of table tennis: A review
Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
Although table tennis has a tradition lasting more than 100 years, relatively little is known about players’ physiological requirements – especially during competition. In this review we discuss research studies that have led to our current understanding of how the body functions during table tennis training and competition and how this is altered by training. Match and practice analysis of the table tennis game indicates that during intense practice and competition it is predominantly the anaerobic alactic system that is called into play, while the endurance system is relied on to recovery the anaerobic stores used during such effort. It is thus important for coaches to keep in mind that, while the anaerobic alactic system is the most energetic system used during periods of exertion in a table tennis game, a strong capacity for endurance is what helps a player recover quicker for the following match and the next day of competition. This paper provides a review of specific studies that relate to competitive table tennis, and highlights the need for training and research programs tailored to table tennis.
Energetic demand and physical conditioning of table tennis players. A study review
Journal of sports sciences, 2017
Table tennis is a racket sport characterised by an intermittent movement profile, including short rallies interspersed with short breaks. In contrast to other racket sports, information is lacking regarding the: (i) physiological responses during table tennis matches and training; and (ii) practical recommendations for enhancing aerobic and anaerobic performance in table tennis by improving cardio-metabolic and neuro-muscular fitness, anthropometry and nutritional strategies. Therefore, this review article attempts to narratively provide an overview of the physiology of table tennis by describing the metabolic mechanisms underlying match play and outlining a framework for practical recommendations for improving cardio-metabolic and neuro-muscular fitness, anthropometry as well as nutritional strategies. A second aim was to stimulate future research on table tennis and to point out study limitations in this context. In general, the most important finding is that the rally duration is...
Physiological analysis to quantify training load in badminton
British journal of sports …, 1997
Objective-To estimate the training load of specific on court training regimens based on the magnitude of variation of heart rate-lactate response during specific training and to determine the magnitude of variation of biochemical parameters (urea, uric acid, and creatine phosphokinase (CPK)) 12 hours after the specific training programme so as to assess training stress. Methods-The study was conducted on six national male badminton players. Maximum oxygen consumption (Vo,), ventilation (VE), heart rate, and respiratory quotient were measured by a protocol of graded treadmill exercise. Twelve training sessions and 35 singles matches were analysed. Heart rate and blood lactate were monitored during technical training routines and match play. Fasting blood samples collected on two occasions-that is, during off season and 12 hours after specific training-were analysed for serum urea, uric acid, and CPK. Results-Analysis of the on court training regimens showed lactate values of 8-10.5 mmol/l in different phases. The percentage of maximum heart rate ranged from 82% to 100%. Urea, uric acid, and CPK activity showed significant changes from (mean (SD)) 4.93 (0.75) mmo/lI to 5.49 (0.84) mmol/l, 0.23 (0.04) to 0.33 (0.06) mmol/l, and 312 (211.8) to 363 (216.4) IU/l respectively. Conclusion-Maximum lactate reported in the literature ranges from 3-6 mmoI/l. Comparatively high lactate values and high percentage of maximum heart rate found in on court training show a considerable stress on muscular and cardiovascular system. The training load needs appropriate monitoring to avoid overtraining. Workouts that are too intensive may interfere with coordination, a factor that is important in sports requiring highly technical skill such as badminton. (BrJ7 Sports Med 1997;31:342-345
International journal of sports physiology and performance, 2011
The aim of the study was to determine the cardiorespiratory and metabolic characteristics during intense and moderate table tennis (TT) training, as well as during actual match play conditions. Blood lactate concentration (Lac), heart rate (HR, beats per minute [bpm]), oxygen uptake (VO2), and energy expenditure (EE) in 7 male participants of the German junior national team (age: 14 ± 1 y, weight: 60.5 ± 5.6 kg height; 165 ± 8 cm) were examined during six training sessions (TS) and during an international match. The VO2 was measured continuously with portable gas analyzers. Lac was assessed every 1 to 3 min during short breaks. Mean (peak) values for Lac, HR, VO2, and EE during the TS were 1.2 ± 0.7 (4.5) mmol·L-1, 135 ± 18 (184) bpm, 23.5 ± 7.3 (43.0) mL·kg-1· min-1, and 6.8 ± 2.0 (11.2) METs, respectively. During match play, mean (peak) values were 1.1 ± 0.2 (1.6) mmol·L-1, 126 ± 22 (189) bpm, 25.6 ± 10.1 (45.9) mL·kg-1·min-1, and 4.8 ± 1.4 (9.6) METs, respectively. For the first ...
A physiological profile of tennis match play
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 2001
Purpose: The aim of this investigation was to examine physiological demands of single match play in tennis. Methods: 20 players performed 10 matches of 50 min. Respiratory gas exchange measures (RGEM) and heart rates (HR) were measured using two portable systems. Lactate concentration was determined after each game. The average oxygen uptake (V O 2 ) of 270 games was 29.1 Ϯ 5.6 mL·kg -1 ·min -1 (51.1 Ϯ 10.9% of V O 2max ). Average V O 2 for a game ranged from 10.4 to 47.8 mL·kg -1 ·min -1 (20.4 and 86.8% of V O 2max ). Average lactate concentration (LA) was 2.07 Ϯ 0.9 mmol·L -1 (ranging from 0.7 to 5.2 mmol·L -1 ). Furthermore, we monitored the duration of rallies (DR), the effective playing time (EPT), and the stroke frequency (SF). The average values of 270 games were DR: 6.4 Ϯ 4.1 s, EPT: 29.3 Ϯ 12.1%, SF: 42.6 Ϯ 9.6 shots·min -1 . Results: Multiple regression revealed that the DR was the most promising variable for the determination of V O 2 in match play (r ϭ 0.54). The body surface area (BSA) and EPT were also entered into the calculation model. In games of two defensive players, V O 2 was significantly higher than in games with at least one offensive player. Conclusion: Our results suggest that energy demands of tennis matches are significantly influenced by DR. The highest average V O 2 of a game of 47.8 mL·kg -1 ·min -1 may be regarded as a guide to assess endurance capacity required to sustain high-intensity periods of tennis matches compared with average V O 2 of 29.1 mL·kg -1 ·min -1 for the 270 games. Our results suggest that proper conditioning is advisable especially for players who prefer to play from the baseline.
Table tennis playing styles require specific energy systems demands
PloS one, 2018
The aim of the present study was to investigate the differences in energy system contributions and temporal variables between offensive and all-round playing styles. Fifteen male table tennis players (Offensive players: N = 7; All-round players: N = 8) participated in the study. Matches were monitored by a portable gas analyzer and the blood lactate responses was also measured. The contributions of the oxidative (WOXID), phosphagen (WPCr), and glycolytic (W[La]) energy systems were assumed as the oxygen consumption measured during the matches above of baseline value, the fast component of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOCFAST) measured after the matches, and the net of blood lactate concentration (Δ[La]), respectively. Energy systems contributions were not significantly different between the offensive and all-round playing styles (WOXID: 96.1±2.0 and 97.0±0.6%, P = 0.86; WPCr: 2.7±1.7 and 2.0±0.6%, P = 0.13; W[La]: 1.2±0.5 and 1.0±0.7%, P = 0.95; respectively), however, ...
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Physical and physiological responses in Paddle Tennis competition
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