Analyse the Effect of Strength and Endurance Training On Physical Fitness in Female Athletes
Author(s): Dr. Pooja Beniwal
Publication #: 2505038
Date of Publication: 13.05.2024
Country: India
Pages: 1-8
Published In: Volume 10 Issue 3 May-2024
Abstract
Having a good level of physical fitness is essential for any athlete, but it is especially important for the growing number of female athletes competing at different levels. When it comes to an athlete's performance, health, and ability to avoid and recover from injuries, two of the most important factors are strength and endurance. Cardiovascular efficiency, stamina, and aerobic capacity are improved by endurance training, whereas muscular power, joint stability, and body composition are enhanced through strength training. This study sought to examine the impact of strength and endurance training on the physical fitness of female athletes competing in Western Indian university and district-level events, with a specific focus on those athletes aged 18–25. One hundred and ten people took part in the study, with 37 going to the Strength Training Group, 37 to the Endurance Training Group, and 36 to the Control Group. The researchers used an experimental design. The control group kept up with their usual routines for eight weeks, whereas the strength and endurance groups participated in more specific training regimens. Muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and body composition were among the physical fitness metrics evaluated. We used paired t-tests and ANCOVA to compare the pre- and post-test scores. The results showed that both groups significantly reduced their body mass index (BMI), with the strength training group achieving remarkable increases in muscular strength and endurance and the endurance training group achieving considerable increases in cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. The control group did not show any notable changes. The results highlight the significance of organized endurance and strength training for improving female athletes' physical fitness.
Keywords: Strength Training, Endurance Training, Physical Fitness, Female Athletes, Muscular Strength
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