Characteristics of physical preparedness of biathlons

Abstract

Analysis of recent research and publications shows that in domestic and foreign literature are widely represented materials that represent the leading role of physical fitness of biathletes in achieving high sports results, as well as means and methods of its development. The article analyzes the importance of physical fitness in improving the efficiency of the training process of biathletes. Based on the literature, the most significant qualities for biathlon training were identified. The data of the authors are presented, in order to achieve a high sports result the leading role is played by physical fitness, the athlete's performance at the main competitions largely depends on what level of physical fitness he received in the preparatory period of the annual cycle. It is established that in biathlon special endurance occupies the main place in the system of preparation of athletes for participation in competitions. The main goal of the study was to assess the initial level of physical fitness of biathletes in the preparatory period of the annual cycle. Assessment of the level of physical fitness of the subjects was carried out on the sum of points obtained for 5 tests. It was determined that the studied biathletes corresponded to the level of physical fitness "Sufficient". Note that the strength indicators corresponded to the level of "Average", and were at a lower level than other physical qualities. The endurance indicators of the studied biathletes were at the level of "High".