December 8, 2025SportsOpen Access

Exercise Heart Rate During Training and Competitive Matches in Elite Soccer: More Questions than Answers

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Heart rate intensity significantly differed between matches and training sessions, indicating gaps in players’ readiness.
Volume and intensity of heart rate exposure were monitored across two seasons using a three-zone intensity model.
Analysis highlights training load impact on players' performance across key seasonal periods, including preseason and in-season.
Study raises questions about current training periodisation methods used in elite soccer environments.

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Observational analysis examined heart rate intensity during training and matches in elite soccer, suggesting insights into training load dynamics.

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Observational analysis examined heart rate intensity during training and matches in elite soccer, suggesting insights into training load dynamics.