SPECIAL ENDURANCE OF HANDBALL PLAYERS DURING THE PREPARATORY PERIOD

This article scientifically and methodologically analyzes the issues of developing the special endurance of handball players during the preparatory period. Modern handball requires high levels of speed, strength, and endurance, which necessitates the well-organized and comprehensive physical preparation of athletes. In particular, the development of special endurance during the preparatory period plays a significant role in improving athletes’ effectiveness in competitive activities. The article examines the role of special endurance within the structure of handball players’ physical training, as well as training methods and methodological approaches aimed at its development. During the research process, a system of exercises designed to enhance special endurance was implemented, and the obtained results were analyzed. The results of the study showed that training sessions focused on developing special endurance during the preparatory period contribute to increasing players’ physical activity during the game, improving movement efficiency, and maintaining a high level of work capacity throughout the competition.