Abstract

Objective of the study is the monitoring of bioenergetics indicators of 98 athletes of the national Muay Thai team. Methods and structure of the study. The scientific work was performed using the D&K-TEST express diagnostics and methods for assessing the functional state, including indicators of anaerobic, aerobic and total metabolic capacity, as well as heart rate at the level of the anaerobic threshold (HR AT). The obtained data made it possible to determine the pronounced heterogeneity of the functional profile of the examined athletes and to identify the features of their energy metabolism. It was established that the 4th metabolic type predominates in the team structure, characterised by an anaerobic-aerobic profile and an orientation towards strength endurance. The proportion of athletes with the balanced 3rd type is also significant, whereas representatives of the 1st type occur in isolated cases. The range of values of total metabolic capacity proved to be wide, which indicates differences in the level of special working capacity and functional reserves. The mean values of HR AT correspond to the high-intensity load regime typical of combat sports; however, individual fluctuations of the parameter indicate an unequal degree of adaptation of the cardiovascular system to competitive activity. Results and conclusions. The conducted work confirmed the expediency of using bioenergetics monitoring in the system of training combat sport athletes. The practical significance of the work consists in the possibility of individualising the training process taking into account the metabolic type, the level of total metabolic capacity and the features of the threshold reaction of the cardiovascular system. The obtained information can be used in planning loads, monitoring recovery and correcting the orientation of athletes' preparation in national teams.

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Received: 20.04.2026 | Published: 26.06.2026

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