Mini-review and Meta-analysis of effort ratios in mixed martial arts rounds: key insights for research and coaches

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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v60.108037

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Technical-tactical analysis, Task performance and analysis, Exercise physiology, Martial Arts

Abstract

This study investigated the critical aspect of match intensity in MMA bouts and its impact on performance. MMA is a physically demanding sport, and understanding the dynamics of intensity throughout matches is essential for both athletes and trainers. To achieve this goal, we adhered to the PRISMA guidelines for comprehensive and ethical reporting of our findings. We conducted a thorough search of electronic databases, including PubMed, Bireme, CINAHL, SportDiscus, EMBASE, SCOPUS, and Cochrane, to identify relevant articles. Our search terms included "mixed martial arts athletes," "movement time study," "male athletes," "female athletes," "lactate," "heart rate," and "motor action." Our meta-analysis yielded compelling results. We found a statistically significant difference between the third and second rounds (p=0.0001) for both total high-intensity and low-intensity time. Additionally, significant differences were observed when comparing the second round to the first round for total high-intensity time (p=0.52) and total low-intensity time (p=0.58). These findings indicate a progressive increase in intensity throughout the rounds, with the third round significantly affecting the fight's outcome. Our results suggest that trainers and athletes should consider a specific strategy for the third round to address potential metabolic fatigue. Future research should delve deeper into strategies that can effectively manage intensity throughout MMA bouts, with a focus on factors like nutrition, recovery, and psychological aspects, which could provide valuable insights into optimizing performance in this demanding sport.

Keywords: Technical-tactical analysis; Task performance and analysis; Exercise physiology; Martial Arts.

 

Author Biography

Bianca Miarka, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

Tiene una beca del Programa de Jóvenes Científicos de Nuestro Estado FAPERJ y profesor de judo en la Universidad Federal de Río de Janeiro, pertenece a la facultad del Programa de Posgrado en Educación Física de la Universidad Federal de Río de Janeiro (UFRJ) y el programa asociado entre la Universidad De Juiz de Fora y Viçosa (UFJF / UFV). Es un ex atleta internacional en el equipo de remo y el equipo brasileño de judo, con títulos internacionales. Al comienzo de su carrera docente, el trabajo se desarrolló en instituciones educativas y centros deportivos con escolares, para luego componer el grupo de técnicos de la selección principal de la ciudad de Londrina. Participó activamente en el grupo de investigación en Psicología del Deporte. En el área técnico-táctica, se aconsejó a atletas que eran medallistas olímpicos, como Leandro Guilheiro. Realizó un postdoctorado en la Universidad Federal de Pelotas (2017), tiene un doctorado en Biodinámica de la Escuela de Educación Física y Deporte de la Universidad de São Paulo (2014). Graduado en Ciencias del Deporte (2005) y especialización en Entrenamiento Deportivo (2007) de la Universidad Estatal de Londrina y maestría en Educación Física de la Escuela de Educación Física y Deporte de la Universidad de São Paulo (2010). Su investigación se centra en el análisis de rendimiento técnico-táctico, psicobiología y neurociencia en deportes y peleas.

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Gonçalves, A. F. ., Teixeira, R. P. A., Maurício, C. A., Pérez, D. I. V., Teixeira, F. G., Silva, E. F., … Miarka, B. (2024). Mini-review and Meta-analysis of effort ratios in mixed martial arts rounds: key insights for research and coaches. Retos, 60, 746–754. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v60.108037

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