Physiological and Perceived Exertion Responses during International Karate Kumite Competition

Purpose: Investigate the physiological responses and rating of perceived exertion (RPE) in elite karate athletes and examine the relationship between a subjective method (Session-RPE) and two objective heart-rate (HR)-based methods to quantify training-load (TL) during international karate competition. Methods: Eleven karatekas took part in this study, but only data from seven athletes who completed three matches in an international tournament...