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Evaluating Physical Workload by Position During Match in Elite Bandy
Sven Blomqvist1, Per-Eric Ervasti, Guilherme H Elcadi
1Department of Occupational and Public Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies, University of Gävle, Gävle, Sweden.
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
|March 1, 2018
Summary
Elite bandy players experience varied physical workloads (WL) based on their position. Defenders endure the highest WL, while forwards and liberos have the lowest, informing position-specific training programs.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Understanding the physical demands of elite bandy is crucial for optimizing player performance and preventing injuries.
- Previous research has not comprehensively evaluated positional differences in physical workload during official matches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify and compare the physical workload (WL) experienced by elite bandy players across different playing positions during matches.
- To identify specific heart rate (HR) zones and time above lactate threshold (LT) indicative of positional demands.
Main Methods:
- Ten elite bandy players were monitored for heart rate (HR) over 13 matches during one championship season.
- Physical workload was assessed using two methods: percentage of time in different HR zones (HRres) and the Edwards method.
- Time spent above the lactate threshold (LT) was also determined, with data analyzed using one-way ANOVA.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in WL (Edwards method) were observed between positions (p = 0.05), with defenders showing the highest scores and forwards/liberos the lowest.
- Defenders spent more time in higher HR zones (91-100% HRres) compared to other positions.
- Midfielders spent approximately 27% of match time above LT, contrasting with liberos at only 1%.
Conclusions:
- Defenders exhibit the greatest physical workload during elite bandy matches, whereas liberos experience the least.
- Findings support the development of position-specific training regimens and individualized training plans for elite bandy players.
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