The aim of this study was to analyze the structure and content of a two year preparation cycle, also to explore and assess the variation of physical strength and functional ability of four year preparation for D.R., the member of Lithuanian`s national women`s modern pentathlon team. Methods: Physical load during the year 2009 and 2010 was analyzed. These indices of the physical development were measured: body mass, muscle and fat mass, their ratio and vital lung capacity. Muscle power in the different zones of energy production was studied. The efficiency of the alactic anaerobic energy production mechanism was evaluated by SMCP and AAMP. The indices of psychomotor functions were tested (PRT and CNS mobility). The intensity of bioenergetic processes along with the anaerobic threshold was estimated. The functional ability of cardiovascular system was evaluated by heart rate (resting, during orthostatic test, after standard physical load, during recovery) and Roufier test. Results and conclusions: Physical load during the training period for the year 2010 is optimal and amounts to 1144 hours. Percentage of training hours spent in each event of modern pentathlon matches the training load characteristics` model of the world`s elite pentathlon athletes. For the purpose of improving the results of fencing, shooting and riding events, it is necessary to increase the average muscle capacity during short duration tests. The athlete`s functional ability of the cardiovascular system is the strongest part of the physical strength and functional ability system and allows to compensate for weaker results in fencing and shooting events.
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