IMPACT OF HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT) AT DIFFERENT ALTITUDES ON VO2 MAX OF BADMINTON PLAYERS

Abstract

This study explores the effects of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) conducted at high
altitudes on badminton players' VO2 max and vital capacity. The primary aim of the research is
to understand how high-altitude conditions influence the physiological adaptations related to
aerobic capacity. A group of badminton players underwent HIIT sessions at 3,500 meters (11,500
feet) for 6 weeks, and their VO2 max and Vital Capacity were measured before and after the
intervention. Results indicate a significant improvement in VO2 max and vital capacity,
demonstrating the potential benefits of high-altitude HIIT for enhancing athletic performance in
badminton players.