Time-motion analysis in Muay-Thai and Kick-Boxing amateur matches

Abstract

Introduction: The aim of this study was to analyze time structure and effort level in Muay Thai and Kick-Boxing amateur level matches. Material and Methods: In Thirteen matches, the time structure was studied considering three levels of effort: i) Observation ii) Preparation, iii) Interaction. Data are presented using median (25% - 75%) and the mixed linear regression analysis was used to compared time structure and combat sports. Results: It was found superiority (p<0.002) in the observation time in relation to another effort types, with no significant difference between sports. Conclusion: There were no time structure differences in modalities, when the same effort levels were compared, but time spent in observation was longer. This data is important to the technical-tactical preparation of athletes. © Faculty of Education. University of Alicante.