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Segmental External Load in Linear Running in Elite Futsal Players: A Multifactorial and Individual Variability
Diego Hernán Villarejo-García1, Carlos Navarro-Martínez1, José Pino-Ortega1
1Faculty of Sport Science, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain.
Sports (Basel, Switzerland)
|August 27, 2025
Summary
External load distribution varies across body segments in elite female futsal players during running. Speed and training intensity significantly impact this load, highlighting the need for individualized training to prevent overuse injuries.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Limited understanding of segmental external load distribution during linear running.
- Need to explore variations with speed, training intensity, and individual differences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the external load profile across six body segments in elite female futsal players during linear treadmill running.
- To investigate the effects of speed and training zone on segmental load.
- To assess individual variability in load distribution.
Main Methods:
- Eight elite female futsal players participated.
- Linear treadmill running with an incremental test protocol.
- Six WIMU PRO™ inertial sensors used to record segmental PlayerLoad, speed, and training zones.
- Linear Mixed Models applied for data analysis.
Main Results:
- Significant interactions found between body location and speed (p < 0.001).
- Significant interactions observed between body location and training zone (p < 0.001).
- Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) ranged from 0.437 to 0.515, indicating player variability.
Conclusions:
- Elite female futsal players exhibit specific and asymmetrical segmental load patterns during linear running.
- Individual variability in load distribution exists among players.
- Findings support the development of individualized training strategies to optimize performance and mitigate overuse injuries.
Keywords:
external load monitoringfemale athletesfutsalinertial measurement unitslinear runningload distributionsegmental PlayerLoadtraining loadMore Related Videos
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