Investigation of the effect of elite male handball players 'preparation season training period on some motor and physiological parameters

Objective: In this study, it was aimed at examining the impacts of trainings conducted through Combined Training and Classical Training methods in the pre-season period, which is the most important phase of the work load of the whole season, on some selected physical and physiological parameters of the handball players. Method: The pre-season preparation period trainings, which were designed as a combined training, were applied to the subject group 6 days a week, and 8-10 times a day (120 mins/day) for 8 weeks, during the pre-season preparation period. As per the control group, they attended the pre-season preparation period trainings, which were designed as a classical training, for 4 days a week and 6 times a day (12 mins/day). The statistical results were calculated through the IBM statistics data editor package program. Results: When the results of the research were evaluated, it was determined that there was statistically significant difference between the pre-test and post-test values of the group using the combined training method for the 30 meter speed test, cooper test, and right hand grasping power values; When the heart rate variable of the study was examined, it was determined that there was statistical significance in the maximum heart rate and anaerobic threshold values of the group using the classical training method. As per the group using the combined training method, there was statistical significance in the aerobic threshold capacity values. Although there were differences for the body composition measurements and elasticity values, there was statistically no significance. Conclusion: As the conclusion, when the findings of the study are examined, it is thought that starting with the classical training method and choosing the combined training method towards the end of the preparatory season will be more beneficial for the development of athletes.