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External Load Evaluation in Elite Futsal: Influence of Match Results and Game Location with IMU Technology

Version 1 : Received: 4 July 2024 / Approved: 5 July 2024 / Online: 5 July 2024 (13:47:28 CEST)

How to cite: Gadea Uribarri, H.; Lago-Fuentes, C.; Bores-Arce, A.; Villavicencio Álvarez, V. E.; López-García, S.; Calero-Morales, S.; Mainer-Pardos, E. External Load Evaluation in Elite Futsal: Influence of Match Results and Game Location with IMU Technology. Preprints 2024, 2024070538. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202407.0538.v1 Gadea Uribarri, H.; Lago-Fuentes, C.; Bores-Arce, A.; Villavicencio Álvarez, V. E.; López-García, S.; Calero-Morales, S.; Mainer-Pardos, E. External Load Evaluation in Elite Futsal: Influence of Match Results and Game Location with IMU Technology. Preprints 2024, 2024070538. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202407.0538.v1

Abstract

(1) Background: The purpose of this study was to assess the external load demands in futsal, con-sidering both home and away matches and their outcomes, in order to plan microcycles throughout the season based on the external load of each match. (2) Methods: The external load of 10 players from a First Division team in the Spanish Futsal League was recorded. The total dura-tion of player involvement with the clock stopped was 18.15 ±7.04 minutes. The players' external load was monitored using OLIVER devices. To analyse the influence of the match outcome and location on the external load, a univariate general linear model (GLM) analysis was conducted. (3) Results: There are no differences between the variables, except for accelerations of 2 to 3 m/s² (m) per minute and the number of accelerations of 2 to 3 m/s² per minute. Despite not showing significant differences, there is a trend indicating a higher demand for external loads in away matches as well as in matches won. (4) Conclusions: These findings are important for planning microcycles and providing the appropriate dosage to each player to achieve optimal performance in matches.

Keywords

load monitoring; home-advantage; high performance; team sports

Subject

Public Health and Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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