Características do treinamento resistido frente às lesões dos membros inferiores em praticantes de Jiu-jitsu: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

Introduction: Martial arts, especially jiu-jitsu, have a long history, with roots in China and Japan, and significant influences in Brazil. Despite being a defensive martial art, its practice can lead to injuries, especially in the lower limbs, highlighting the need for adequate physical training to improve resistance and reduce the risk of injuries. Objective: This integrative review investigated the relationship between resistance training for lower limbs and injury prevention in jiu-jitsu practitioners. Methods: Individual search for studies using keywords, including studies that responded to the research directly or indirectly. Results: The search resulted in 04 articles, 3 of which were review studies and 1 was experimental. Discussion: The analysis of the studies revealed that resistance training plays a fundamental role in improving strength, power and endurance, essential for the effective execution of jiu-jitsu techniques. Additionally, resistance training can strengthen joint stabilizing muscles and connective tissues, thus reducing the risk of musculoskeletal injuries. Highlighting the need for periodization and specificity of resistance training. Conclusion: Resistance training for the lower limbs is a valuable tool in preventing injuries and in the athletic development of jiujitsu practitioners.