Normative and limit values of speed, endurance and power tests results of young football players.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study aimed to assess the development of speed, endurance and power in young football players and to create percentile charts and tables for standardized assessment.

Methods

Cross-sectional data were collected from 495 male players aged 12-16 years at RKS Raków Częstochowa Academy in 2018-2022. Players participated in a systematic training in which running time 5 m, 10 m, 30 m, lower limb power (standing long jump), and Maximum Aerobic Speed (MAS) were measured using the 30-15 Intermittent Fitness Test. All tests were performed under constant environmental conditions by qualified personnel. Statistical analysis included ANOVA and percentile distribution for P3, P10, P25, P50, P75, P90, P97.

Results

Results indicated that the most significant improvem

SUBMITTER: Nowak M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11751035 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature