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Physiological Indicators of Trail Running Performance: A Systematic Review.
International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
|January 28, 2021
Summary
Physiological markers like maximal aerobic capacity and lactate threshold are key for trail runner performance. However, trail running
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Sports Science
- Trail Running Research
Background:
- Trail running performance is influenced by various physiological factors.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for optimizing training and performance in this demanding sport.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review physiological parameters determining trail runner training status.
- To assess the correlation between these parameters and real-world trail running performance.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search of PubMed and Scopus databases.
- Search terms included 'trail run/runner/running' and 'performance'.
- Seven studies met the inclusion criteria for analysis.
Main Results:
- Maximal aerobic capacity, lactate threshold, velocity at maximal aerobic capacity, running economy, body fat percentage, and age showed correlations with performance.
- Single-variable regression predicted 48-60% of performance variation.
- Multi-variable regression analyses predicted 48-99% of performance variation.
Conclusions:
- Trail running performance is complex and not solely explained by the classic endurance model.
- Standardized testing protocols and clear descriptions of race profiles and training status are needed for future research.
- Trail-specific testing is recommended to better understand performance determinants.
