Improving Player Performance in Five Event Sepaktakraw Through Physical Training

Abstract

Physical exercise is necessary as a sepak takraw athlete. Athletes in order to play optimally, regular physical training is needed. This study aimed to investigate the influence of physical training on the performance of athletes competing in the sepak takraw five events. The research method uses an experimental type of research. The study design used one group pretest-postest. The data analysis technique uses a paired sample test. The results showed that physical exercise improves the athlete's service, smash, and block ability. Athletes have better performance than before being given physical training and after being given physical exercise.