Methodological issues and prospects of kickboxers’ training from the perspective of integral and situational approaches

The purpose of the study is to identify the peculiarities of organizing the training process for kickboxers at various stages of preparation from the perspective of the integration of cognitive processes and the intellectualization of motor activity. Research methods and organization. The study utilized surveys and interviews with 32 coaches working with various age groups of athletes. The questionnaire included sections on planning and periodization, training session content, load monitoring, integration of cognitive methods, and assessment of their effectiveness. The data were processed using integral indices. Research results and conclusions. It has been established that coaches prioritize planning and periodization. At the same time, low indicators have been identified in issues related to monitoring loads, integrating cognitive training, and evaluating the effectiveness of training approaches and means. The practice of situational training is applied sporadically, and organizational conditions are assessed by coaches as limited. It has been found that the modern training system for kickboxers is characterized by a contradiction between the traditional approach, which focuses on physical and technical training, and the increasing demands of competitive activity, which require a high level of cognitive readiness from the athlete.