Profile of Physical Fitness and Lifestyle of Brazilian Volleyball Athletes in the Under-17 and Under-19 categories

Abstract: Introduction: There is a lack of studies in the literature that have been dedicated to investigating the physical condition and lifestyle of volleyball players. Aim: To analyze the physical fitness profile and lifestyle profile of Brazilian volleyball athletes in the Under-17 and Under-19 categories in Joinville, Santa Catarina. Methods: 32 male athletes aged 14 to 18 from a volleyball team participated. Tests were applied, namely: Localized Muscular Resistance; Horizontal Jump; Speed; Sit and Reach and the Individual Lifestyle Profile questionnaire. The information was passed to Microsoft Excel, where the researchers analyzed the results using descriptive statistics. Results & discussion: Horizontal jump 70.96% (n=22) very good. In the abdominal area, 58.06% (n=18) obtained a reasonable result. For flexibility 35.48% (n=11) good and 35.48% (n=11) very good. In the speed test it was evident that 38.7% (n=12) fair, 38.7% (n=12) good. When investigating the athletes' lifestyle profile, it was concluded that it was adequate in all components, except for Nutrition. Conclusions: The importance of these results as a starting point for future investigations and interventions aimed at improving the performance and health of these athletes is highlighted.