title: Considering the worst-case metabolic scenario, but training to the typical-case competitive scenario: response to Amtmann (2012).
abstract: This response to Amtmann's letter emphasizes that the knowledge of the typical time structure, as well as its variation, together with the main goal of the mixed martial arts athletes--to win by knock out or submission--need to be properly considered during the training sessions. Example with other combat sports are given and discussed, especially concerning the importance of adapting the physical conditioning workouts to the technical-tactical profile of the athlete and not the opposite.
authors.affiliation: Superior School of Physical Education, Federal University of Pelotas, Brazil.
authors.forename: Fabrício Boscolo
authors.initials: FB
authors.lastname: Del Vecchio
authors.affiliation: School of Physical Education and Sport, University of São Paulo, Brazil.
authors.forename: Emerson
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Franchini
mesh_terms: D054874:Athletic Performance; D003163:Competitive Behavior; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016139:Martial Arts / Q000523:psychology*; D013996:Time and Motion Studies