Abstract
The aim of this study was to determine the differences in static balance between female athletes and rhythmic gymnasts. The sample of respondents consisted of 15 female athletes with mean age of 10.47±1.73 and 17 rhythmic gymnasts with mean age of 10.18±1.98. Static balance testing consisted of three stances (stand with both feet, stand on one foot and tandem stance) that were performed on soft and firm surfaces. The results of this study indicated that there was a statistically significant difference between female athletes and rhythmic gymnasts in the static balance mistakes achieved on a hard surface as well as the total number of mistakes achieved. The difference was in favor of the rhythmic gymnasts. It can be said that although static balance is more prevalent in rhythmic gymnastics than in athletics, it is necessary for athletic trainers to develop this basic motor ability of their athletes in order to improve sports success and prevention of possible injuries.
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