CARDIORESPIRATORY ADAPTATION TO DIFFERENT TRAINING LOADS IN FUTURE WATER RESCUE PROFESSIONALS

Doroteya Yordanova, Student

Specialty “Medicine” Medical University “Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov” - Varna

Deyan Lubomirov - Water Rescue Instructor

Water Rescue Service Bulgarian Red Cross - Varna Deyan Lubomirov - Student Specialty „Medicine“ „Nikola Vaptsarov“ Naval Academy - Varna Medical University „Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov“ - Varna

Deyan Lubomirov

Denitsa Choreva, Student

Specialty „Medicine“ „Nikola Vaptsarov“ Naval Academy - Varna Medical University „Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov“ - Varna

Prof. Dr. Dimitar Stavrev, MD

Department of Disaster Medicine and Marine Medicine Medical University „Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov“ - Varna

E-mail: dimi.stavrev@mu-varna.bg

Prof. Dr. Dimitar Stavrev MD MD

Department of Disaster Medicine and Marine Medicine Medical University „Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov“ - Varna

E-mail: dimi.stavrev@mu-varna.bg

Prof. Dr. Dimitar Stavrev DMSc DMSc, MD

Department of Disaster Medicine and Marine Medicine Medical University „Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov“ - Varna

E-mail: dimi.stavrev@mu-varna.bg

Abstract

Water rescue is a high-responsibility activity that demands excellent physical conditioning and the ability to respond effectively in dynamic and challenging environments. Physiological adaptation to exertion and efficient recovery are crucial for maintaining operational performance and preventing overtraining among lifeguard trainees. This study aims to analyse the physiological responses of participants undergoing lifeguard training under varying training loads. Using waterproof wearable monitoring devices, key physiological parameters, such as heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV), are continuously tracked. At the end of the training cycle, a structured survey assesses subjective perceptions of fatigue, vitality, and recovery. Comparative analysis of these data enables the evaluation of training intensity and individual adaptive capacity. The findings aim to support the optimisation of training programmes through a personalised approach based on the physiological profiles and individual needs of future water rescue professionals.

Keywords

water rescue, adaptation, heart rate (HR), heart rate variability (HRV)

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