Maximum running intensities during English academy rugby union match-play

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Read, Dale B., Till, Kevin, Beasley, Grant, Clarkson, Michael, Heyworth, Rob, Lee, Joshua, Weakley, Jonathon J. S., Phibbs, Padraic J., Roe, Gregory A. B., Darrall-Jones, Joshua David and Jones, Ben. (2019). Maximum running intensities during English academy rugby union match-play. Science and Medicine in Football. 3(1), pp. 43 - 49. https://doi.org/10.1080/24733938.2018.1464660
AuthorsRead, Dale B., Till, Kevin, Beasley, Grant, Clarkson, Michael, Heyworth, Rob, Lee, Joshua, Weakley, Jonathon J. S., Phibbs, Padraic J., Roe, Gregory A. B., Darrall-Jones, Joshua David and Jones, Ben
Abstract

To quantify and compare the maximum running intensities during rugby union match-play. Running intensity was quantified using micro-technology devices (S5 Optimeye, Catapult) from 202 players during 24 matches (472 observations). Instantaneous speed was used to calculate relative distance (m·min−1) using a 0.1 s rolling mean for different time durations (15 and 30 s and 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, and 10 min). Data were analysed using a linear mixed-model and assessed with magnitude-based inferences and effect sizes (ES). Running intensity for consecutive durations (e.g., 15 s vs. 30 s, 30 s vs. 1 min, etc.) decreased as time increased (ES = 0.48–2.80). Running intensity was lower in forwards than backs during all durations (−0.74 ±0.21 to −1.19 ±0.21). Running intensity for the second row and back row positions was greater than the front row players at all durations (−0.58 ±0.38 to −1.18 ±0.29). Running intensity for scrum halves was greater (0.46 ±0.43 to 0.86 ±0.39) than inside and outside backs for all durations besides 15 and 30 s. Front rowers and scrum halves were markedly different from other sub-positional groups and should be conditioned appropriately. Coaches working in academy rugby can use this information to appropriately overload the intensity of running, specific to time durations and positions.

Keywordsworst case scenario; GPS; physical preparation; running demands
Year2019
JournalScience and Medicine in Football
Journal citation3 (1), pp. 43 - 49
PublisherTaylor & Francis
ISSN2473-3938
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1080/24733938.2018.1464660
Scopus EID2-s2.0-85066854505
Page range43 - 49
Research GroupSchool of Behavioural and Health Sciences
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Place of publicationUnited Kingdom
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