| The effect of aerobic and anaerobic threshold on the performance of youth soccer players in Ardabil province |
| Paper ID : 1275-SPORTCONGRESS |
| Authors |
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pouria fathi1, ali kamrani *2 1Department of Exercise Physiology - Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology - University of Mohaghegh Ardabili - Ardabil - Iran 2Department of Exercise Physiologist, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili |
| Abstract |
| Aerobic and anaerobic thresholds play a fundamental role in determining young football players’ physical performance, particularly in endurance, speed, and recovery capacities. The present study investigates the impact of aerobic and anaerobic thresholds on the performance of youth football players in Ardabil province. A total of 40 male players aged 12–14 years participated in this research. Aerobic threshold (AT) and anaerobic threshold (ANT) were measured using progressive treadmill tests combined with lactate analysis, while performance parameters including maximal oxygen uptake (VO₂max), 20-meter sprint time, agility, and repeated sprint ability were evaluated before and after a 6-week targeted training program. Results showed significant correlations between higher AT and ANT values and improved endurance performance, sprint speed, and agility (p<0.05). Threshold-based training enhanced VO₂max by 15% on average and improved lactate tolerance, enabling players to maintain higher intensity during simulated match scenarios. The findings highlight the importance of individualized threshold monitoring and training for young athletes to optimize development and performance outcomes. These results provide practical implications for coaches and sport scientists in designing effective conditioning programs tailored to youth football players. |
| Keywords |
| Aerobic Threshold, Anaerobic Threshold, Youth Football, VO₂max, Ardabil |
| Status: Abstract Accepted (Poster Presentation) |
