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32 C.A. Horswill<br />

growth data (NHANES) on non-wrestlers. A longitud<strong>in</strong>al study on a group of wrestlers<br />

and non-wrestl<strong>in</strong>g controls has yet to be conducted.<br />

2.6 Strategies for Weight Reduction<br />

Early <strong>in</strong> this chapter, strategies were presented for weight reduction that emphasized<br />

fat mass reduction and m<strong>in</strong>imized loss of lean tissue. Table 2.4 summarizes<br />

the recommended approach for an entire season. The goal is to m<strong>in</strong>imize the extent<br />

Table 2.4 Recommended approach to weight control and preparation for optimal performance at<br />

a lean weight<br />

Phase of season Objective Approach Specifics<br />

Preseason Determ<strong>in</strong>e optimal<br />

weight class<br />

In season Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> weight close<br />

to weight class<br />

and tra<strong>in</strong> specifically<br />

for sport<br />

Postseason M<strong>in</strong>imize fat ga<strong>in</strong><br />

when season ends<br />

Off-season Stay lean and ga<strong>in</strong><br />

muscle<br />

Assess body<br />

composition for<br />

lowest health weight<br />

Strategic analysis for<br />

ideal weight class<br />

Initiate program to<br />

change body weight<br />

Ref<strong>in</strong>e technique for<br />

chosen weight class<br />

Basic condition<strong>in</strong>g to<br />

reduce fat<br />

Increase energy<br />

<strong>in</strong>take and nutrients<br />

to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> new<br />

weight and tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

Sport-specific<br />

tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g to optimize<br />

condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Ref<strong>in</strong>e technique,<br />

correct<strong>in</strong>g errors <strong>in</strong><br />

competition<br />

Initiate resistance<br />

tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

Ma<strong>in</strong>tenance aerobic<br />

condition<strong>in</strong>g via<br />

combat sport or other<br />

sport<br />

Evaluate goals versus<br />

outcomes of the past<br />

season<br />

Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>tensive<br />

resistance tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

Develop new<br />

techniques<br />

Aerobic condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Resistance tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g for<br />

strength development and<br />

ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> muscle mass<br />

Reduce <strong>in</strong>take of dietary<br />

fat and energy to reduce<br />

body fat<br />

Primarily directed by the<br />

coach<br />

Athletes should ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><br />

resistance tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g to<br />

prevent strength loss<br />

Ingest adequate amounts<br />

of carbohydrate, prote<strong>in</strong>,<br />

and micronutrients<br />

Avoid excessive dietary fat<br />

Compete <strong>in</strong> postseason<br />

competition<br />

Set goals for <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g<br />

strength<br />

Evaluate technical<br />

strengths and weaknesses<br />

Aerobic condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />

2–3×/week<br />

Attend camps, try new<br />

workout partners, and<br />

clubs<br />

Resistance tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g 4–5×/<br />

week

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