science of soccer

Science Of Soccer

Training soccer correctly demands correct knowledge and experience.  The science of soccer section provides a base to build on through scientific studies.  Use these studies to increase your knowledge and supplement your day to day experience.  The scientific abstracts are not necessarily the view of Elite Soccer Conditioning.  But will help you round out your knowledge to make your own better decisions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Activity profile of young soccer players during actual match play

 

This study investigated the activity profile of young soccer players.

 

Aerobic Training improves soccer performance

 

The aim of the present study was to study the effects of aerobic training on performance during soccer match and soccer specific tests.

 

Recording soccer players' heart rates during matches

 

The aim of this study was to examine the possibility of obtaining information about the heart rate and physiological load imposed on soccer players during a game

 

Body composition and performance

 

Examine changes in body composition (BC) and physical performance tests (PT) resulting from a competitive season in soccer

 

Carbohydrate ingestion during game

 

The aim of this study was to examine the effects of a carbohydrate-electrolyte drink on specific soccer tests and performance.

 

The physiology of soccer--with special reference to intense intermittent exercise.

 

Abstract of the physiology of soccer. Science of Soccer article.

 

Psychology of Penalty Kicks

 

The soccer "penalty shootout" in the knock-out phase of major international tournaments is one of the most dramatic events in international soccer. The outcome of these kicks is typically attributed to factors such as psychology.

 

Energy demands in competitive soccer

 

In elite outfield players, the average work rate during a soccer match, as estimated from variables such as heart rate, is approximately 70% of maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max).

 

Plyometrics in 12-13 year soccer players

 

The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of plyometric training and maintenance training on physical performances in prepubescent soccer players.

 

Valid method for measuring kicking accuracy of soccer players

 

Method researchers used to measure kicking accuracy of soccer players.

 

 

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