Efecto de un programa de entrenamiento HIIT sobre el vo2 máx en deportistas de ultimate frisbee de la universidad santo tomas seccional Túnja

Abstract

Ultimate is a physically demanding sport that combines elements from various disciplines and requires specific technical and physical skills. Despite its growing popularity, research on effective training methods has been limited, especially in relation to the impact of HIIT on improving cardiorespiratory performance. In this context, a research project was carried out with the aim of evaluating the effect of a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program on the VO2 max of Ultimate Frisbee players from the University of Santo Tomas-Tunja. The study adopted a pre-experimental design with the participation of 8 university athletes, who completed 12 HIIT sessions distributed over six weeks. Before and after the program, their physical abilities and body composition were evaluated using a bioimpedance analyzer, with special emphasis on estimating VO2 max using the indirect Course Navette test, recognized for its reliability as an indicator of aerobic capacity and physical performance. The training program consisted of high-intensity intervals ranging from 6 to 12 intervals followed by controlled periods of rest in the same amount, which proved effective in improving the participants' cardiorespiratory system. The results showed a significant increase in VO₂ max, from 34.10 ± 5.72 ml/kg/min to 40.10 ± 6.41 ml/kg/min (p = 0.014), demonstrating the benefits of HIIT in the context of Ultimate Frisbee. However, no statistically significant changes were observed in body composition, suggesting the need for longer or higher-intensity programs to induce morphological changes. This study not only contributed to closing gaps in training planning for this sport, but also systematized an applicable protocol, positioning HIIT as an effective strategy for improving cardiovascular performance in college athletes. It is recommended that future research expand the sample size, include complementary physiological and psychological variables, and consider differentiation by gender and competitive level.

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