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Training characteristics and performance of two male elite short‐distance triathletes: From junior to "world‐class".

Training characteristics and performance of two male elite short‐distance triathletes: From junior to "world‐class".

Authors :
Cejuela, Roberto
Selles‐Perez, Sergio
Source :
Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports. Dec2023, Vol. 33 Issue 12, p2444-2456. 13p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Objective: The sports‐science literature lacks data on training and performance characteristics of international elite athletes over multiple seasons. The present case study provided general training characteristics and performance data of two male short‐distance triathletes in the Junior, U23, and international Elite categories. Methods: General training and performance data of two male elite triathletes were described in swimming, cycling, and running segments from the 2015 to 2022 season. The training load was presented using the ECO model while the training intensity distribution (TID) was a triphasic model. Results: Both triathletes increased their performance throughout the seasons. Triathlete A increased his VO2max in cycling by 20.6%, in running by 16.7%. His power at VO2max and his speed at VO2max by 18.9% and 11.0%, respectively. Triathlete B improved his VO2max by 17.8% in cycling, by 16.1% in running and his power at VO2max by 24%, and his speed at VO2max by 14.3%. The triathletes trained on average 14–17 h a week. The TID model was polarized. Conclusions: To achieve the top international level, it is necessary to consider the following measures: training load progression; improvements in physiological variables; and participation in international events starting from youth categories. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09057188
Volume :
33
Issue :
12
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173691218
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.14474