Effects of periodized vs. nonperiodized resistance training on army-specific fitness and skills performance

Heilbronn, Brian E., Doma, Kenji, Gormann, Dale, Schumann, Moritz, and Sinclair, Wade H. (2020) Effects of periodized vs. nonperiodized resistance training on army-specific fitness and skills performance. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 34 (3). pp. 738-753.

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Abstract

This study investigated the effects of periodized resistance training (PRD) and nonperiodized resistance training (NPRD) on army-specific fitness and skills performance measures. Forty-nine serving members of the Australian Army were randomly assigned to 1 of 3 training groups: PRD, NPRD, or no-resistance training (NRT). Resistance training (RT) was performed during PRD and NPRD twice a week for 9 weeks, over a 15-week period, as part of a structured strength and conditioning program. Baseline, mid- and post-testing measures included anthropometric, strength, and army-specific outcome measures. Results indicated that participants who undertook RT significantly improved in 3 repetition maximum (3RM) squat, deadlift, and floor press for both RT groups, at mid- and post-testing (p < 0.05), when compared with NRT. Significant improvements were also observed in 5-km weight load marching postintervention similarly for PRD (p < 0.05) and NPRD (p < 0.01) and simulated fire and movement for both RT groups at both time points (p < 0.01), compared with the NRT group (p > 0.05). Although little difference was observed between periodization models, the current findings suggest greater advantage in developing army-specific performances if a structured RT protocol is included in a generic physical training program compared with a NRT protocol. Therefore, a structured RT program should be considered for military personnel aiming to optimize army-specific fitness and skills performance.

Item ID: 62962
Item Type: Article (Research - C1)
ISSN: 1533-4287
Keywords: tactical, athlete, military, strength, training
Copyright Information: © 2019 National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Date Deposited: 29 Apr 2020 07:31
FoR Codes: 42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4207 Sports science and exercise > 420702 Exercise physiology @ 100%
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