This study examines performance tests commonly used in the literature specific to judo. Judo is a sport that requires both aerobic and anaerobic capacity. The study was conducted to provide information to coaches, athletes and researchers. The aerobic energy system is used in long-term activities and enables the muscles to produce ATP with oxygen. The anaerobic energy system is used in short-term, high-intensity activities and is associated with lactic acid accumulation.

Performance tests include the Special Judo Fitness Test (SJFT). This test is performed in three stages of 15-30-30 seconds in a 6-meter area. The test evaluates heart rate (HR) and total number of beats, and the performance is understood as a decrease in the index. Uchikomi Fitness Test (UFT) is a 6-stage test with certain rest periods between each stage. In this test, the participant's HR, lactate level and number of technical applications are evaluated. The Competition Simulation Test is a simulated competition conducted under the supervision of a 4-minute referee, and the participant's HR and lactate values ​​are examined. Judo Physical Fitness Test (JPFT) consists of 3 interval periods. The first 10 seconds of each period are hung, the technique is applied in the remaining 20 seconds, and the number of techniques performed and the HR values ​​are evaluated.

As a result, there are many tests used to evaluate the performance of judoka. The reliability and applicability of these tests are factors in choosing the test. Researchers and coaches can use appropriate tests to evaluate the performance of their athletes. It has been stated in the literature that SJFT is widely used and gives reliable results.