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Effect of weekly Plyometric training frequency on Adolescents female basketball...
Figueira, Bruno; Abade, Eduardo; Mateus, Nuno; Weldon, Anthony; Sampaio, Jaime; Paulauskas, RutenisThis study investigated the effects lower vs. higher frequencies of volume-equated plyometric training youth female basketball players. Thirty youth highly trained female basketball players (age, 15.7 ± 0.5 years; body mass, 64.1 ± 8.6 kg; height, 172.8 ± 6.2 cm, basketball training experience 6.3 ± 1.7 years) integrating a youth national development program participated in the study. A parallel-group randomize...
The impact of differential training on shooting efficiency in young basketball ...
Burkaite, Greta; Figueira, Bruno; Paulauskas, RutenisAim of the study: Basketball requires training strategies that foster skill development, adaptability, and creativity in diverse scenarios. Variation has long been recognized as a key component of effective teaching and learning, a principle emphasized by the differential training (DT) approach. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of DT in improving shooting accuracy under varying constraints. Methods...
Effects of different interval durations on training load and post-exercise reco...
Paulauskas, Rutenis; Kamarauskas, Paulius; Figueira, BrunoAim of the study: The aims of this study were (I) to measure external and internal training loads during 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-min simulated 3x3 basketball games, with 1-min recovery periods following each game and (II) to evaluate the recovery rates of heart rate and the muscle oxygen saturation following 1- , 2-, 3-, and 4-min play. Methods: Twelve (n = 12) elite male 3×3 basketball players (age: 26.6 ± 5.6 years...
Effects of eight weeks incremental elastic resistance training on roundhouse ki...
Paulauskas, Rutenis; Pundzevicius, Vygantas; Figueira, BrunoThis study aimed to evaluate the effects of an 8-week incremental elastic-resistance kick training program on roundhouse kick performance and physical fitness in youth Taekwondo athletes, compared to conventional training methods. A two-group parallel, randomized, quasi-experimental design was employed, dividing participants into an experimental group (n = 11, age: 15.5 ± 1.6 years, stature: 171.6 ± 9.6 cm, bod...
Training Load and Post-Exercise Recovery Following Varied Game Intervals in 3x3...
Paulauskas, Rutenis; Kamarauskas, Paulius; Figueira, BrunoThe study aimed (I) to quantify external and internal training loads during simulated 3x3 basketball games of 1, 2, 3, and 4 min, each followed by 1-min rest intervals; and (II) to assess the heart rate and muscle oxygen saturation recovery rates following, 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-min periods of play. Twelve (n = 12) elite male 3x3 basketball players (age: 26.6 ± 5.6 years, body height: 196.8 ± 5.5 cm, body mass: 92....
Padel vs. tennis doubles: a comparison of performance demands and game attributes
Paulauskas, Rutenis; Sakinis, Domantas; Figueira, BrunoIntroduction: This study investigates differences in performance demands and match characteristics between padel and tennis doubles. Method: Eight national-level male players (age of 27.0 ± 7.4 years, height of 186.3 ± 7.7 cm, body mass of 81.5 ± 10.7 kg, training frequency of tennis 4.8 ± 1.6 and padel 4.9 ± 1.4 h/week) participated in a total of 12 simulated matches, consisting of six tennis doubles and six p...
Differential shooting training in youth basketball players: an analysis of perf...
Burkaite, Greta; Figueira, Bruno; Schöllhorn, Wolfgang; Coutinho, Diogo; Paulauskas, RutenisIntroduction: Differential Learning introduces increased variability during practice to enhance motor skill acquisition. Methods: This study investigated the effects of Differential Training (DT) (Differential Training Group (DTG): n = 19, age = 13.1 ± 0.19 years, height = 170.1 ± 9.5 cm, body mass = 56.9 ± 9.7 kg, training experience = 6.4 ± 1.3 years, maturity offset = 0.7 ± 0.8 years) on shooting accuracy an...
Absence of Monotony and Strain Effects on Referees’ Physical Performance During...
Paulauskas, Rutenis; Vaquera, Alejandro; Figueira, BrunoThe study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of physical performance indicators and assess the levels of performance monotony and strain experienced by basketball referees. Methods: The study involved the participation of 12 basketball referees (mean age: 40.0 [4.9] y) affiliated with the International Basketball Federation. The investigation was carried out throughout 2 density tournaments, wherein the ma...