TRAINING LOAD MANAGEMENT, RECOVERY STRATEGIES, AND PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES AMONG COLLEGIATE ATHLETES

Abstract

This study employed a descriptive–correlational research design to examine the relationships among training load management, recovery strategies, and athletic performance outcomes among collegiate athletes in the Province of Isabela. The study aimed to determine the extent to which training load and recovery practices are associated with athletes’ performance in a collegiate sports setting. The respondents consisted of collegiate athletes from selected higher education institutions in Isabela, chosen through purposive sampling. Participants represented various sports disciplines, including athletics, basketball, volleyball, and football, ensuring a diverse range of training demands and competitive experiences.

Data were collected using a structured questionnaire comprising three sections: training load management, recovery strategies, and performance outcomes. Training load management focused on training frequency, intensity, volume, and monitoring practices, while recovery strategies included sleep quality, nutrition, hydration, active recovery, and psychological recovery. Performance outcomes were assessed in terms of perceived performance, endurance, strength, and competition readiness. All items were measured using a 5-point Likert scale, and the instruments were validated by sports science experts to ensure reliability and content validity. Data analysis involved the use of descriptive statistics to determine the levels of training load management, recovery strategies, and performance outcomes, and Pearson correlation analysis to examine the relationships among the variables. The results revealed high levels of training load management and recovery strategy utilization among athletes. Moreover, both training load management and recovery strategies showed significant positive relationships with athletic performance outcomes. These findings highlight the importance of balancing structured training demands with effective recovery practices to enhance performance and support athlete well-being..