The effects of training frequency on development of some biomotor abilities in children

Abstract

Purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of training frequency on development of some biomotor abilities in children. 73 children aged 5-11 years old voluntarily participated in this study. The subjects were divided into three groups according to participation to the training sessions per week: those attended once a week (A, n=22), twice a week (B, n=24), and three times a week (C, n=27). Pre and post training period lasted four months, participants performed 20 meter sprint test, vertical jumping test, Ilinois agility test and sit & reach test. The results of ANOVA revealed significant differences on the development of 20 m sprint test (F(2,75)=3.123; p<0.05), vertical jump test (F(2,75)=4.423; p<0.05), and agility test (F(2, 75)=5.123; p<0.05) in favor of Group C. The result of the independent sample t test indicated that while it was seen significant differences between the age groups 5-7 and 8-11 years old children on 20 m sprint, agility and flexibility tests in favor of 5-7 years old children, while vertical jump test was in favor of 8-11 years old children. As a conclusion, 3 times a week training frequency improve some biomotor abilities in children.