International matches elicit stable mechanical workload in high-level female ice hockey

Perez, Jérôme; Brocherie, Franck; Couturier, Antoine; Guilhem, Gaël

doi:10.5114/biolsport.2022.109455

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“…On the basis of tracking data obtained in recent studies, reductions in on-ice activities during the latter stages of a game, mainly in the amount of high-intensity actions have been demonstrated. 1,2,11,[122][123][124] Hence, Brocherie et al 2 reported less forward sprint distance in the third period of a male elite game, while Douglas et al 11 found inferior sprint and very fast speed distance in U20 male national team players, although the latter observation was only present for defensemen. Similarly, Allard et al 122 reported a 5%-10% decrease in accelerometer-based load metrics for American Hockey League players.…”

Section: End-game Fatiguementioning

confidence: 99%

“…In this regard, Åkermark et al 127 found distinct rates of glycogen resynthesis following the ingestion of a mixed compared to a high carbohydrate diet in the recovery period between two games separated by 3 days, suggesting that a high carbohydrate diet is needed to maximize muscle glycogen stores in this time span. Match‐analysis data are available from only two previous studies, one in U18 and U20 male Norwegian players reporting impairments in physical match performance during consecutive games, 12 though in a small sample of matches, and one in six female high‐level French national team players reporting no clear performance impairments during four consecutive international exhibition matches 123 . Collectively, although inadequate evidence is currently available, the recovery period needed following ice hockey match‐play appears to be shorter than what has been reported in other team sports, despite similar reductions in muscle glycogen.…”

Section: Fatigue and Recovery Patternsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The physiology of ice hockey performance: An update

Vigh-Larsen

Mohr

2022

Scandinavian Med Sci Sports

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Ice hockey is an intense team sport characterized by repeated bursts of fast‐paced skating, rapid changes in speed and direction and frequent physical encounters. These are performed in on‐ice shifts of ~30–80 s interspersed with longer sequences of passive recovery, resulting in about 15–25 min on‐ice time per player. Nearly 50% of the distance is covered at high‐intensity skating speeds and with an accentuated intense activity pattern in forwards compared to defensemen. During ice hockey match‐play, both aerobic and anaerobic energy systems are significantly challenged, with the heart rate increasing toward maximum levels during each shift, and with great reliance on both glycolytic and phosphagen ATP provision. The high‐intensity activity pattern favors muscle glycogen as fuel, leading to pronounced reductions despite the relatively brief playing time, including severe depletion of a substantial proportion of individual fast‐ and slow‐twitch fibers. Player‐tracking suggests that the ability to perform high‐intensity skating is compromised in the final stages of a game, which is supported by post‐game reductions in repeated‐sprint ability. Muscle glycogen degradation, in particular in individual fibers, as well as potential dehydration and hyperthermia, may be prime candidates implicated in exacerbated fatigue during the final stages of a game, whereas multiple factors likely interact to impair exercise tolerance during each shift. This includes pronounced PCr degradation, with potential inadequate resynthesis in a proportion of fast‐twitch fibers in situations of repeated intense actions. Finally, the recovery pattern is inadequately described, but seems less long‐lasting than in other team sports.

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The physiology of ice hockey performance: An update

Vigh-Larsen

Mohr

2022

Scandinavian Med Sci Sports

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“…Accordingly, research in ice hockey has utilized various methods of athlete monitoring such as video time-motion analysis, 2,4 heart rate (HR) monitoring, 3,[10][11][12][13][14][15] local positioning system technology, [16][17][18] and wearable sensor/ accelerometer technology. 1,[19][20][21][22][23][24] Primarily, these investigations have focused on the game demands, [2][3][4]16,18,19 but some studies have also included analyses on the training demands. 1,[10][11][12][13][14][15][20][21][22][23]…”

Section: Athlete Monitoring In Ice Hockeymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…3,4,[14][15][16]19,20 Accordingly, one can assume the rink size used based on the geographic location of the tournament (ie, North America or Europe). Only 2 studies 17,24 have specifically stipulated the rink size, while several studies have not provided sufficient information to determine the rink size used. 3,4,19,20 Because of the influence of the size of the playing arena on game demands, it is of utmost importance that ice hockey researchers clearly stipulate the rink size used.…”

Section: Rink Sizementioning

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A Framework for the Standardization of Game Analysis in Ice Hockey

Staunton

Björklund

2023

International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance

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Background: Compared with other major global team sports such as football or basketball, ice hockey has received considerably less attention in sport-science research. However, the research focus on ice hockey performance is growing rapidly. Unfortunately, despite the growing interest in ice hockey, among the little research that has been conducted there are inconsistencies in terminology and methodology in the study of physiology and performance during games. The need for systematic and standardized reporting of study methodology is vital, as a lack of methodological detail or methodological inconsistencies make it impossible to replicate published studies, and alterations in the methodologies used can influence the measured demands imposed on players. Accordingly, this prohibits the ability of coaches to generate game-replicating training programs, decreasing the application of research findings to practice. In addition, a lack of methodological detail or methodological inconsistencies can result in incorrect conclusions being made from research. Purpose: In this invited commentary, we aim to increase awareness regarding the current standard of methodological reporting in ice hockey game-analysis research. In addition, we have developed a framework for the standardization of game analysis in ice hockey in order to allow for greater replication in future research and to increase the application of published findings to practice. Conclusions: We implore researchers in the field to consult the Ice Hockey Game Analysis Research Methodological Reporting Checklist in order to adopt a detailed reporting standard of methodologies in future work to help improve the applicability of research outcomes.

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“…Finally, diverse approaches allow for in situ assessment, where it becomes possible to measure and track players' instantaneous on-ice performance during in-game situations. Previously analyzed with traditional methods (e.g., video analysis or qualitative observation grids) ( 34 , 35 ), technological improvements have promoted the accuracy and reliability of on-ice performance assessment during game situations (e.g., accelerometry, local positioning systems or automated analysis software) ( 36 , 37 , 38 ).…”

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The science and art of testing in ice hockey: a systematic review of twenty years of research

Bournival,

Martini,

Trudeau

et al. 2023

Front. Sports Act. Living

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IntroductionIce hockey is a complex sport requiring multiple athletic and technical attributes. Considering the variety of tests developed, on-ice testing protocols have been created to measure the physiological and mechanical attributes associated with performance. To our knowledge, a lack of technical resources exists to help stakeholders opt for on-ice protocols from among those developed. It becomes crucial for researchers and practitioners to select relevant and context-specific procedures. This systematic review of the literature outlines an inventory of the on-ice tests that have been used in the domain of ice hockey research over the last twenty years, and summarize protocols mostly used in major athletic components.MethodsA search was performed on three databases (PubMed, SPORTDiscus and Scopus) by following the PRISMA guidelines. Specific keywords were selected to find publications using on-ice testing protocols in the methodology. Four aspects of athletic attributes were used to categorize the protocols: aerobic capacity, acceleration-speed, agility-change of direction and ability to repeat skating sprints. Analyses were conducted regarding four categories of observations: population under study, on-ice reported test(s), outcomes measures and main findings.ResultsA total of 107 articles were included, resulting in 55 on-ice tests related to the on-ice assessments of four major athletic components: aerobic capacity (n = 7), acceleration-speed (n = 6), agility and change of direction (n = 23) and repeated skating sprint ability (n = 19). Testing in male and older cohorts (≥16 years old) predominates, with a primary focus on the competitive amateur level. The selected tests were mainly designed for assessing on-ice physiological responses and fitness (n = 38), talent identification-team selection (n = 19), efficiency of interventions (n = 17) and validation purposes (n = 16).ConclusionA prevalence of on-ice skating tests to assess the ability to repeat intense efforts, agility, acceleration and speed components exists, which are relevant and linked to match requirement. The wealth of on-ice tests used in the literature reflects the need to adapt the on-ice evaluation process to the population, constraints, and goals. This review is a valid toolbox and can benefit for researchers and practitioners interested in testing hockey players from different levels, with a variety of aims and needs, by helping them to select the relevant procedures to their environment and practice context.

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International matches elicit stable mechanical workload in high-level female ice hockey

Cited by 4 publications

References 28 publications

The physiology of ice hockey performance: An update

The physiology of ice hockey performance: An update

A Framework for the Standardization of Game Analysis in Ice Hockey

The science and art of testing in ice hockey: a systematic review of twenty years of research

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