Efecto de un Plan de Entrenamiento de la Técnica para la Biomecánica de Carrera en Un Atleta de Medio Fondo de Paipa, Boyacá (Estudio de Caso)

Abstract

Running biomechanics in middle and long distance athlets emerges as a critical element with significant connections to both athletic performance and injury risk mitigation. This study highlights the lack of adequate preparation in specific exercises focused on running technique in athletes globally. The central focus of the research was to analyze the impact of a training program focused on running technique in a middle-distance athlete from Paipa, Boyacá. The specific objectives included the detailed evaluation of the athlete's running biomechanics, the creation of a personalized training plan and the comparison of the modifications in running technique before and after the training period. This project is a case study involving an 18-year-old professional athlete, member of the Inter Golden Paipa club, affiliated to the Boyacá Athletics League. The research covered a series of stages, starting with an initial body evaluation and the performance of VO2max tests by means of the ACIP-Blake Modified protocol together with its respective biomechanical analysis. Subsequently, a training plan focused on optimizing running technique was implemented. To accurately assess the modifications in the athlete's technique, additional tests were carried out. In this process, specialized tools were used, such as tanita BC 612 segmental body composition analyzer, Garmin forerunner 745 GPS device, Garmin HMR dual and HRM-PRO heart rate bands, K5 cosmed portable Ergo-spirometer, fitlife monaco V2 sport fitness treadmill, biomechanical analysis software (kinovea).