O PAPEL DO TREINAMENTO DE FORÇA NO DESEMPENHO FÍSICO DE ATLETAS DE DIFERENTES MODALIDADES

Considering the growing need to optimize athletes’ physical performance and reduce the risk of injuries in various sports contexts, this study aims to investigate the role of strength training across different modalities. To this end, a literature review was conducted based on publications from the last five years available in the Virtual Health Library (VHL) databases, focusing on full-text articles in Portuguese or English. The findings show that different strength training protocols yield specific benefits depending on the sport and the athlete’s profile. Furthermore, well-structured strategies can promote performance gains with lower perceived fatigue and a reduced incidence of injuries, as evidenced in sports such as taekwondo, soccer, jiu-jitsu, basketball, and badminton. It is thus concluded that personalized strength training, combined with proper periodization, is essential for optimizing performance and preserving athletes’ physical integrity.