Studies on tests for assessing performance of middle distance female runners at the age of 15 – 17 in Vietnam

Abstract

This paper was conducted aiming to select relevant indicators and tests for assessing training performance, from which to establish and use a standard system in practice for assessing the training performance for middle distance (800- 1500m) female runners at the age of 15-17 at the specialized training stage in Vietnam. Research methods employed in this study includes: desktop studies of secondary data and documents, key informant interviews, pedagogical examination, anthropometry, biomedical testing, and psychological examination methods on 50 middle distance female runners at the age of 15-17. As a result, this research has identified tests that are science-based, reliable and informative for applications in practice with the targeted age athletic teams at provincial and national levels.