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Heart rate variability is related to training load variables in interval running exercises

Kaikkonen, Piia, Hynynen, Esa, Mann, Theresa, Rusko, Heikki, Nummela, Ari·2012·European Journal of Applied Physiology

Abstract

Overload principle of training states that training load (TL) must be sufficient to threaten the homeostasis of cells, tissues, organs and/or body. However, there is no "golden standard" for TL measurement. The aim of the present study was to investigate if post-exercise heart rate variability (HRV) could be used to evaluate TL of interval running exercises with different intensities and durations. Thirteen endurance-trained men (35 ± 5 years) performed MO(250) [moderate intensity, 2 × 6 × 250 m/rec 30 s/5 min at 85% of the maximal velocity of the graded maximal test (V (max))], MO(500) (2 × 3 × 500 m/rec 1 min/5 min at 85% V (max)) and HI(250) (high intensity, 2 × 6 × 250 m/rec 30 s/5 min at 105% V (max)) interval exercises on a treadmill. HRV was analyzed during rest, exercise and immediate 15 min recovery. Fast recovery of LFP (P < 0.001), HFP (P < 0.01) and TP (P < 0.01) occurred during the first two recovery minutes after each exercise. Strong negative correlations (P < 0.01) were found between post-exercise HRV and perceived exertion as well as excess post-exercise oxygen consumption. Post-exercise HRV differentiated interval exercises of equal work, but varying intensity or distance of running bout. The results of the present study suggest that immediate post-exercise HRV may offer objective information on TL of interval exercises with different bout durations and intensities.

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Authors
Kaikkonen, P., Hynynen, E., Mann, T., Rusko, H., & Nummela, A.
Affiliations
  • University of Tampere (FI)
  • Research Institute for Olympic Sports (FI)
  • University of Cape Town (ZA)
Corresponding author
Kaikkonen, Piia
Venue
European Journal of Applied Physiology
Published
2011-06-16
Volume
112
Issue
3
Pages
829-838
ISSN
  • 0020-9376 (ISSN-L)
  • 1439-6319
  • 1439-6327
OpenAlex
W2028952082
Cited by
78
References
38
Citations by year
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FWCI
4.74
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • European Journal of Applied Physiology (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders
Jyväskylän Yliopisto
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Orthopedics and Sports Medicine › Sports Performance and Training
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine › Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Complementary and alternative medicine › Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
Keywords
heart rate variability, training load, interval running, exercise intensity, exercise duration, post-exercise recovery, perceived exertion, excess post-exercise oxygen consumption, endurance-trained men, autonomic nervous system
MeSH terms
Adult, Exercise Test, Physical Exertion, Heart Rate, Humans, Individuality, Male, Physical Education and Training, Physical Endurance, Running, Time Factors, Exercise, Recovery of Function

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