The purpose of this review was to analyse the
physiological basis of repeated-sprint ability
(RSA), that is defined as maximal or nearmaximal
intensity bouts (i.e., at least two) of 10
s or less in duration that are intermittently
reproduced with incomplete recovery periods in
between (i.e., recovery is typically less than 90 s
in duration). This mode of exercise represents
the movement pattern of many popular team
sports (e.g., soccer, basketball, handball and
futsal) and some individual sports (badminton
and tennis). Thus, sport scientists have
suggested that RSA might be an important
fitness component to succeed in these sports.
This review examines the metabolic changes
occurring during this type of exercise, such as
energy system contribution, and assessment of
various physiological and performance
parameters during tests of RSA. Title in Spanish: La capacidad para repetir esfuerzos maximos intermitentes : aspectos fisiologicos (II)