Background and purpose: High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a new package of training that has been shown to improve oxygen uptake (Vo2max) during ...
The effect of five weeks high intensity interval training compared with high volume training on aerobic/anaerobic power, fatigue index, and sprinting in adult soccer players Solmaz Salari1, Masoud Moeini2, and Mojtaba Kaviani3
Background and purpose: High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a new package of training that has been shown to improve oxygen uptake (Vo2max) during diffe re nt types of ac tivities (i.e. running and cycling). The purpose of this study was to examine the short term effects of a 5-week HIIT vs. high-volume training (HVT) program in adult soccer players regarding the effects on Vo2 max and anaerobic power, fatigue index, and sprinting performa nce. Methods: In a 5-week period, 30 male soccer players with a mean (SD) age of 25.5±3.5.4 years performed HIIT at close to 90% of maximal heart rate. The HVT intensity was set at 60–75%(7.0%) from pre to post in HIIT but not after HVT. 20 meter shuttle run test, running anaerobic sprinting test, and 45m sprinting test was used to measure the independent variables. Results: Vo2ma x significantly increased in both group, but no difference was observed between the groups. Anaerobic power and fatigue index significantly improved in HIIT group versus HVT group (p
