Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Physical and Physiological Parameters in Adolescent Female Field Hockey Players

The Effect of the Intensive Interval Training Method Applied to Hockey Players on Certain Physical and Physiological Parameters

Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Physical and Physiological Parameters in Adolescent Female Field Hockey Players

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a training method that alternates short periods of intense exercise with recovery periods. It is commonly used to improve athletic performance.

This study investigated the effects of an 8-week HIIT program on physical and physiological performance in adolescent female field hockey players. Participants were divided into two groups: one group continued their regular field hockey training, while the other group completed additional HIIT sessions three times per week.

After the intervention, the HIIT group demonstrated improvements in aerobic capacity (VO₂max), reaction time, balance, and standing long jump performance. A decrease in flexibility was observed in this group. The control group showed reductions in aerobic capacity and flexibility.

The findings suggest that adding HIIT to regular field hockey training may improve several key performance parameters in adolescent female athletes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Who have been playing field hockey for at least two years
• Who participated in at least 85% of the training sessions were included in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those with musculoskeletal injuries or undergoing physical rehabilitation therapy that interfered with their normal physical performance
• Those with permanent or temporary contraindications to physical activity