Analysis of training loads in the introductory micro-cycle during the phase of specific preparation of wheelchair tennis players
AbstractIntroduction: Wheelchair tennis is one of disability sports. The training structure is based on the theory of training of able-bodied people but elements of rehabilitation are included. The aim of the study was to present and analyze the training loads during training sessions of the introductory micro-cycle in the phase of specific preparation of wheelchair tennis players.Material and methods: 15 wheelchair tennis players from 5 different sports clubs participated in the study. They were divided into two groups according to their age and length of sports career. Their blood pressure (RR) was measured twice: before and after each training session. Also their heart rate (HR) was recorded at 5 specific moments of the training sessions of the introductory micro-cycle in the phase of specific preparation: - at the beginning of training, after a 10-minute warm-up, peak heart rate during training, at the end of training and after 10-minute restitution.Results and Conclusion: It was found that older athletes had a faster increase in heart rate during a warm-up, on average reached the maximal HR values sooner than the younger athletes, and during restitution their mean HR value decreased more slowly. A faster increase in heart rate during a warm-up and its slower decrease during restitution was observed in athletes with a longer sports career. They also reached maximal HR value later than those with a shorter sports career. The changes in mean HR values during training sessions were slower in the athletes with a higher performance level. Also their heart rate values decreased faster during restitution. The athletes’ mean blood pressure after training was higher compared with its value before training, which indicates that time of restitution was not sufficient or there were few breaks during training.