Effects of mind exercises on physical fitness and sport performance in interval trained athletes

Aim. To explore effects of additional mind exercises on physical fitness and sport performance in athletes undergoing interval training. Material Methods. Thirty were assigned into two equal groups. They either received only training or a combination 6 days/week for 24 weeks. Data was collected at baseline after 5, 10, 15, 20, Interval comprised speed, endurance, strength, plyometrics, flexibility components. collection demographics, time required to complete 600-meter run, number push-ups 1 minute, Illinois agility run test time, Broad jump distance, sit-ups minute. Results. with (P < 0.001) without 0.01) resulted significant reduction body mass. Body mass index 600m runtime reduced while improved both groups 0.001). After weeks, group ran significantly faster Mind longer compared alone 0.01). Conclusions. caused lead performance. Addition jump.