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David J Elmer¹, Elise N Barron, Juan L Chavez

¹Department of Kinesiology, Berry College, Mount Berry, Georgia.

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Summary

Different interval training protocols create varied physiological demands and perceived exertion. Understanding these differences is crucial for effective training program design and research interpretation.

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Area of Science:

Exercise Physiology
Sports Science
Training Methodology

Background:

Interval training protocols lack standardized classification, leading to ambiguity in workload and recovery parameters.
Limited understanding exists regarding the distinct training loads and recovery responses across common interval training methods.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare the acute physiological demands and perceived exertion of three distinct interval training protocols against a moderate, continuous exercise session.
To identify differences in metabolic responses and recovery metrics among various interval training structures.

Main Methods:

Eight participants completed randomized cycle ergometer sessions: 30s work/4min rest, 1min work/1min rest, 4min work/3min rest, and a 45min continuous session.
Measured variables included oxygen consumption (V̇o2), heart rate (HR), peak blood lactate, Training Impulse (TRIMP), session Rating of Perceived Exertion (sRPE), and RPE-Training Load.
Physiological and perceptual data were collected during exercise and for 30 minutes post-exercise recovery.

Main Results:

Significant differences were observed across protocols for average V̇o2, total O2 consumption, peak lactate, TRIMP, sRPE, and RPE-Training Load.
No significant differences were found in peak V̇o2 or peak HR between interval protocols, nor in V̇o2 or HR during recovery.
Higher blood lactate levels post-recovery were noted for the 30s/4min protocol compared to the 4min/3min protocol and continuous session.

Conclusions:

Common interval training protocols elicit a spectrum of acute physiological and perceptual responses.
These variations necessitate careful consideration when designing training interventions or interpreting exercise science research.
The findings highlight the importance of protocol specificity in interval training prescription.