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Taekwondo: Physiological responses and match analysis.

Karin A Matsushigue1, Kátia Hartmann, Emerson Franchini

  • 1Department of Physical Education, Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Curitiba, Brazil.

Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
|June 17, 2009
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Songahm Taekwondo (TKD) competition analysis reveals that physiological responses like blood lactate and heart rate do not differ between winners and non-winners. Training should focus on high-intensity movements with longer recovery periods, emphasizing technical skill over volume.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Martial Arts Research

Background:

  • Songahm Taekwondo (TKD) is a martial art with specific competition demands.
  • Understanding the physiological and temporal aspects of TKD matches is crucial for optimizing athlete performance.
  • Previous research has not fully elucidated the energy system contribution and physiological responses in TKD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the time structure and physiological responses during Songahm Taekwondo (TKD) competition.
  • To compare these variables between winning and non-winning athletes.
  • To inform training strategies based on the energetic demands of TKD.

Main Methods:

  • Fourteen male TKD athletes were studied during competition.
  • Blood lactate concentration (LA) and heart rate (HR) were measured pre- and post-match.

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  • Match analysis included technique count, effort duration, rest periods (RPs), and interval between high-intensity movements (HM).

    • Main Results:

    • Post-match LA averaged 7.5 ± 3.8 mmol/L, HR was 183 ± 9 bpm, and HM was 31 ± 16 seconds.
    • Mean effort time (8 ± 2s) was similar to mean interval time (8 ± 3s).
    • Winners used fewer techniques, but post-match LA and HR did not differ significantly from non-winners.

    Conclusions:

    • Glycolytic metabolism is not the primary energy source in Songahm Taekwondo.
    • Physiological responses and energy demands do not significantly differentiate between winners and non-winners.
    • Training should prioritize high-intensity movements with extended rest for creatine phosphate recovery, focusing on technical quality over technique volume.