Abstract

This study analyzed the effects of 12weeks Taekwondo training program on body composition and FMS(Functional Movement Screen) scores of elementary school students. The subjects of this study were 40 elementary school students, 21 exercise group and 19 control group. The subjects of this study were weight, muscle mass, body fat ratio, BMI, FMS. The exercise program was conducted for 50minutes each five times a week for 3 months. The exercise intensity was composed of 5minutes of preparatory exercise, 5minutes of stretching, and 40minutes of main exercise. The results of this study showed that body mass decreased significantly from 32.45±4.17 before exercise to 30.23±4.04 after exercise, and muscle mass increased significantly from 12.45±2.23 before exercise to 14.95±3.74 after exercise. And body fat decreased significantly from 24.28±8.61 before exercise to 22.85±6.20. In FMS test, deep squat was 2.43±.504 to 2.59±.588, hurdle step was 2.37±.556 to 2.50±.630, inline rune was 2.20±.551 to 2.44±.714, and body stability push-up was 1.63±.718 to 2.03.±913, with shoulder mobility was 2.00±.643 to 2.12±.793. The total score increased from 15.45±1.824 to 17.21±2.194, and the increase after exercise was significantly increased (p<.05). In conclusion, positive changes in body composition can help prevent obesity in children. In this study, 12-week Taekwondo training program of elementary school students can predict potential injuries and can be a useful measure to minimize the possibility of injuries in everyday life.

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