5 x 5 - Physical Training in Futsal

Futsal, a fast-paced, high-intensity indoor sport, demands a unique combination of technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical fitness (Castagna & Barbero-Álvarez, 2010). In futsal games the aerobic system is subjected to considerable strain (CHARLOT et al., 2016; SERPIELLO et al., 2014; SILVA et al., 2022a; WILKE et al., 2016). Among the various components of physical fitness, aerobic capacity (anaerobic threshold) and power (VO2max) play a critical role in a player's performance, as it directly influences their ability to sustain high-intensity efforts throughout the match. Aerobic fitness assessment is, therefore, a vital tool for physical trainers, coaches and sports scientists to evaluate players' conditioning, tailor training programs, and optimize performance. This article explores the importance of aerobic fitness in futsal, common assessment methods, and their practical applications. Understanding physiological demands of futsal In an official match, the mea...