Effects of a backward running training on backward peak velocity running, V̇O2max, vVO2max and 3 km forward running performance in male adults: a pilot study

Aims: The study aimed to evaluate the effects of a backward running (BR) training program prescribed by peak velocity (Vpeak_BR) on physiological variables and 3 km forward (FR) performance. Methods: Eight untrained male adults in took place study. All participants underwent five weeks BR based Vpeak_BR. They performed maximal incremental test treadmill determine oxygen uptake (V̇O2max) associated with V̇O2max (vV̇O2max). were also tested track field Vpeak_BR undertook FR initial assessments after period. Results: results showed statistically significant improvements performance (14.2 ± 1.2 min vs. 13.5 1.0 min) (8.0 0.8 km·h−1 8.5 0.5 km·h−1) Conclusion: effectively improved Vpeak_BR, demonstrating that determined according protocol proposed this can be used for prescription training. Further, represents an effective method inserted into program.