Regional Championship Research Articles

Effects of 12 weeks of futsal training on the body composition and physical performance in students-athletes

The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of futsal training on variables related to body composition and physical performance in student-athletes. This longitudinal study was based on a 12-week training program, and the sample consisted of 34 futsal players in the U17 and U19 categories, competing in a regional championship 2023-2024. The players trained for 240 minutes a week, divided into three training sessions. Body composition (BC) was assessed by measuring skinfolds using an adipometer, and the Futsal Intermittent Endurance Test (FIET) was applied. The Shapiro-Wilk test was used, and the pre- and post-intervention values were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. The differences were classified according to the effect size for the Wilcoxon test (r). In terms of body composition, height showed a significant increase with a large effect (p<0.01) after the 12 weeks of training, as did body mass (p<0.01) and lean mass (p<0.01). On the other hand, fat mass showed a significant and large-effect reduction in both absolute (p<0.01) and relative (p<0.01) measures. Regarding physical performance, peak velocity showed a significant increase with a large effect (p<0.01), and the FIET distance showed the same tendency (p<0.01). The findings of the present study indicate significant and beneficial changes in both anthropometric measures and physical performance parameters in U17 and U19 athletes after a 12-week futsal training program.

Oxygen Consumption, Ventilatory Thresholds, and Work Zones in Nordic Walking Competitors.

Background: Nordic walking (NW) is a physical sports activity that has been sufficiently studied from the point of view of health, but physiological and performance analyses have not been so much. Objectives: With this study, we intend to analyse the physical work areas, according to ventilatory thresholds, that occur during a NW competition. Methods: Four participants of different characteristics anthropometrics (weight 57.6-85.6 kg; height 165.8-178 cm; and fat percentage 14.5-21.5%) gender (3 males and 1 female) and age (15-57 years) who participated in the NW regional championship have been chosen, and their electrocardiographic tracing was recorded using a NUUBO® device throughout the race, obtaining average and maximum heart rates (HR) in eight sections of the circuit. Previously, in the laboratory, a maximal stress test was performed to determine the maximum oxygen consumption (VO2max), the first (VT1) and second (VT2) ventilatory threshold (VT). With these data, four work areas were obtained. Results: Most of the sections of the circuit were conducted with average HRs in zone 2a (above average between VT1 and VT2 but below VT2) and peak HRs in zone 3 (between VT2 and VO2max). Conclusions: We conclude that, with the data collected on HR, VO2max, and VT, the training zones obtained can be related to the heart rates in the different sections of the circuit. This can be used to improve the sports performance of the walkers.

The effect of applied exercises to develop the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities

The game of futsal for players with mild mental disabilities has received attention and care, like many other sports. As a result of this interest, it has become necessary to develop the various aspects of the game, including the physical and skill aspects as one of the factors affecting the level of performance and result. Therefore, the researcher believes that physical and skill abilities are two factors. A basic pillar that contributes to developing the requirements of various sports games. Accordingly, the importance of the research focused on adopting applied exercises (physical skills) that fall within the vocabulary of the training program and are designed according to the capabilities of disabled players and according to scientific methods. They contribute to the process of selecting the best qualified elements to play this game in its simplest form. Then preparing them to be a future nucleus to represent the national team of the Iraqi Special Olympics Federation to participate in regional championships and world games approved within the activities of the International Special Olympics Federation in its capacity as the sponsor of races and championships for people with mental disabilities in all its categories. Therefore, the problem of the research emerged through the presence of some disparity in the degrees of mild disability. In addition to the poor level of neuromuscular coordination among some of them. This affects the level of physical and skill abilities of disabled players. The research community identified new players for the national futsal team with mild mental disabilities belonging to the Special Olympics Federation for the year (2019-2020), who are between the ages of (16-19 years), and their number is (24) players. After obtaining the results and processing them statistically, the researcher arrived at the following - The prepared applied exercises have a significant impact in developing the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities, members of the research sample. Within the limits of the results that could be achieved, the researcher recommends: - Adopting the training curriculum that includes applied exercises prepared by the researcher, as a means of developing the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities.

The effect of applied exercises to develop the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities

The game of futsal for players with mild mental disabilities has received attention and care, like many other sports. As a result of this interest, it has become necessary to develop the various aspects of the game, including the physical and skill aspects as one of the factors affecting the level of performance and result. Therefore, the researcher believes that physical and skill abilities are two factors. A basic pillar that contributes to developing the requirements of various sports games. Accordingly, the importance of the research focused on adopting applied exercises (physical skills) that fall within the vocabulary of the training program and are designed according to the capabilities of disabled players and according to scientific methods. They contribute to the process of selecting the best qualified elements to play this game in its simplest form. Then preparing them to be a future nucleus to represent the national team of the Iraqi Special Olympics Federation to participate in regional championships and world games approved within the activities of the International Special Olympics Federation in its capacity as the sponsor of races and championships for people with mental disabilities in all its categories. Therefore, the problem of the research emerged through the presence of some disparity in the degrees of mild disability. In addition to the poor level of neuromuscular coordination among some of them. This affects the level of physical and skill abilities of disabled players. The research community identified new players for the national futsal team with mild mental disabilities belonging to the Special Olympics Federation for the year (2019-2020), who are between the ages of (16-19 years), and their number is (24) players. After obtaining the results and processing them statistically, the researcher arrived at the following - The prepared applied exercises have a significant impact in developing the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities, members of the research sample. Within the limits of the results that could be achieved, the researcher recommends: - Adopting the training curriculum that includes applied exercises prepared by the researcher, as a means of developing the physical and skill abilities of futsal players with mild mental disabilities.

Acute effects of a dynamic stretching and core stability exercise protocol on physical performance in U-16 volleyball players

Purpose: Stretching and core exercises are is often used in different sports to develop higher sport performance and reduce injury risks. In acute, dynamic stretching (DS) seems to produce more benefits than static for improving physical performance. Moreover, sports tasks characterized by explosive and multi joints movement, such as wall jumping or dunking and serving in volleyball, also require core stabilization. Therefore, the aim of present study was to evaluate a potential postactivation potentiation enhancement (PAPE) effect induced by a functional exercise protocol including dynamic stretching and stimulation of core stability (StretCor) on physical performance in a group of U-16 volleyball players. Methods: Eighteen young volleyball players (9 boys and 9 girls; age: 15.33± .68 y; BMI: 22.12±2.25 kg.m-2) participating in the regional championship were recruited by Italian Volleyball Federation (FIPAV) – Campania Committee. The StretCor protocol consisted in eight exercises, performed with ball, combining both DS and Core Stability (CS) exercises that stimulates the main muscles group. Before and after exercise protocol, Countermovement Jump (CMJ), modified Stars Excursion Balance Test (mSEBT) and agility T-test performances were assessed in all participants. Results: After StretCor protocol, there were improvements (P< .05) in agility T-test (10.48±1.01 vs 10.70±1.09 s), jump height (31.81±5.36 vs 29.75±5.73 cm) and relative peak power (51.53±9.77 vs 46.04±6.21 W/kg). Moreover, in mSEBT, left normalized Anterior (left ANT) (71.29±7.59 vs 66.84±7.19 %), Posteromedial direction (left PM) (105.63±8.80 vs 98.28±12.82 %), Posterolateral (left PL) directions (106.15±9.95 vs 98.47±13.06 %) and in right normalized Posterolateral direction (right PL) (103.90±10.65 vs 98.14±12.95 %) were improved after StretCor protocol; in addition, improvement were also observed in left (94.36±6.61 vs 87.87±9.88 %) and right (92.85±7.03 vs 88.47±10.22 %) composite (COMP) score. Conclusions: The present study suggests that an acute session of StretCor protocol, improved lower limb muscle power, dynamic balance and agility in U-16 volleyball players. We suggest including these types of exercises as a CA to produce a PAPE effect in the warm-up phase of volleyball training for improve the physical performance.

Comparative Characteristics of Approaches to Footballers' Training at the Stage of Preliminary Basic Training in Football

Organisations in Lviv. Modern football is developing in various directions. Taking into account the extensive system of football competitions for adults in Ukraine (premier league, first league, second league, amateur championship, regional championships and championships of districts or cities), an important role is played by the compliance of training programs with the age characteristics of athletes and the effectiveness of organizations. who train young football players in Ukraine. Today, among them are specialized organizations for the training of football players in the city of Lviv, namely: "Rukh", "Lviv" and "Karpaty". Purpose: to establish the common and distinctive features of training programs for football players at the stage of preliminary basic training in Lviv football organizations (for example, "Rukh", "Lviv", "Karpaty"). Material and methods. In the process of research, the main information material for filling the publication was the data of training programs for football players in football organizations of Lviv: "Rukh", "Lviv" and "Karpaty". Also, the materials of Ukrainian and foreign professional scientific publications related to the training of young football players were taken into account. Results. One of the main factors in the education of football players is the effectiveness of organizations that implement this process in practice and, accordingly, the effectiveness of the training programs that athletes follow. The main goal of the long–term training of young football players abroad is to educate strong football players, endowed with skills and abilities that allow them to effectively play the game in conditions of shortage of time and space and physical contact with the opponent. In all programs of football organizations of Lviv, which are engaged in the training of young football players ("Rukh", "Lviv" and "Karpaty"), the same emphasis in the educational and training process is followed today. In particular, during the training of young football players in Lviv, special attention is paid to work on improving tactical preparation, individual skills, the ability to act in "1x1" situations, tactical thinking, mental preparation, etc. This is due to the fact that the programs used to train players in the mentioned Lviv organizations are based on the basic training programs for football players of the best academies in the world. Also, training programs for young Ukrainian football players contain data from fundamental domestic scientific works.

Pengembangan Aplikasi Self Assessment Dalam Pembelajaran Bola Basket

The problem in this study is the lack of youth athletes representing POPDA in Kab. Kampar due to the difficulty of teachers assessing youth athletes to take part in regional championships, especially basketball. The aim is to determine the validity of developing a web-based self-assessment application and to determine the reliability of the developed self-assessment application. This type of research is RnD using the ADDIE model. The subjects in this study were students of SMKN 1 Bangkinang Kota, taking samples by random sampling and the number of samples was 32 students. The data collection instrument used expert validation questionnaires, documentation, and basketball shooting tests. The data analysis technique used was the Aiken rater score analysis. The results of this study were that filling out a questionnaire by basketball experts obtained a value of 1,000 with a very valid category, measurement test experts obtained a value of 0.840 with a high category, material curriculum experts obtained a value of 0.932 in a high category and evaluation expert obtained a value of 0.932 in a high category with a reliability test result of 0.868 with reliable category. From the trial, it was found that 24 out of 32 students had succeeded in reaching the school KKM limit of 75. It can be concluded that the basketball shooting self-assessment application is valid and reliable and can be used as an assessment medium used by PJOK teachers in assessing students.

Influence of training and selection on postural stability and its relationship with sport level in judo practitioners aged 11-14 years.

The aim of this study is to determine the influence of training and selection on postural stability and its relationship with the sports level of judo practitioners aged 11-14 years. The study group consisted of 21 children judokas, aged 11-12, and 80 of their non-training peers, as well as 19 adolescent judokas, aged 13-14, and 76 of their non-training peers. The judokas were surveyed during regional championships. The level of achievement was determined by the place taken in the tournament. The balance was assessed with the use of a CQ Stab 2P stabilographic platform (CQ Elektronik System, Poland). The device recorded the position of the foot center of pressure (COP) from 6 sensors; 3 of them being located in each platform plate. The following parameters describing the movement of the foot COP were analyzed: total path length calculated in both axes (SP); mean COP inclination (MA), size of the surface area delineated by COP (SA); mean COP frequency (MF). Significantly higher values of SP, MA, and SA were noted in non-training children (aged 11-12), while MF values were significantly higher in young judokas. The same regularity was found in the older age group. Upon comparing the means between children judokas and adolescent judokas, significant differences were noted in the case of SP and MF. In both cases, higher mean values were found in the younger judoka group. A similar comparison in the non-training group indicates statistically significant better values of all analyzed indicators in the 13-14 year-old group, except for MF. Upon examining the relationship between the values of the parameters characterizing the balance level and the sports level, both in the group of training children and adolescents, insignificant values of correlation coefficients were obtained.

Pandemic-induced Reductions In Training Volume And Performance In Collegiate Swimmers

The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant training disruptions during the 2020-21 season due to lockdowns, quarantines, and strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols. The effect of pandemic-induced disruptions on swim performance remains unclear. PURPOSE: 1) Determine how pandemic training restrictions affected training volume in a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 2 (NCAA D2) swim team (compared with a non-pandemic year) and 2) Evaluate differences in performance during a pandemic versus a non-pandemic year at the NCAA D2 regional competition. METHODS: Observational, retrospective, data were collected from a single NCAA D2 swim team. Cumulative training volume data (in yards), across a 28-week season, were compared between a pandemic (2020-2021) versus non-pandemic (2019-2020) season. Swimmers were categorized into three groups (Sprinters, Mid-Distance, and Long-Distance) based on training group and volume analyzed via t-tests. Performance times in 25 swimmers who competed in Regional Championships, during both the non-pandemic and pandemic year, were also compared via 1-way ANOVA. Data expressed as means±SD. RESULTS: 26 male and 22 female swimmers commenced the 2020-21 (pandemic) season, with six male (23%) and five females (23%) voluntarily opting out. Three COVID-19 cases were confirmed (2%) by the medical staff with no long-term effects. Significant reductions in total swim volume were verified in Sprinters (32,867 ± 10,135 vs.14,800 ± 7,995yards;p < 0.001), Mid-Distance (26,457 ± 10,692 vs.17,054 ± 9.923yards;p < 0.001), and Long-Distance (37,600 ± 14,430 vs.22,254 ± 14,418yards;p < 0.001) swimmers (non-pandemic vs. pandemic season, respectively). For the 25 swimmers who competed in Regional Championships, in both the pandemic and non-pandemic years, Sprinters swam faster (n = 8;-0.5 ± 0.6secs), while Mid-Distance (n = 10;0.17 ± 2.1secs) and Long-Distance (n = 7;6.0 ± 4.9secs) swimmers swam slower (F = 11.76;p = 0.0003;r2 = 0.52) with the reduced training volume. CONCLUSION: Pandemic-induced stressors contributed to ~1 out of every 4 (~23%) swimmers opting out of the 2020-21 season. The pandemic caused significant reductions in swim training volume, with Sprinters performing better while Long-Distance swimmers performed worse compared with a non-pandemic year.

Match activity profile and heart rate responses of top-level soccer referees during Brazilian national first and second division and regional championships

ABSTRACT This study aimed to examine the differences in physical match activities and heart rate (HR) responses experienced by Brazilian field referees (FRs) and assistant referees (ARs) during official matches from Serie A, Serie B and Regional championships. The sample was composed of 51 FRs and 87 ARs. Match activities derived from Global Position System and HR response were collected during official matches. FRs and ARs covered higher distances at high-intensity running (HIR; d = 1.17 and 2.53, p < 0.001), sprinting (d = 0.82 and 0.48, p < 0.005) and high-intensity activities (HIA; d = 1.07 and 1.97, p < 0.001) in Serie A and Serie B than in Regional. Changes in the distances covered at HIR (0.80 < d < 3.25, p < 0.005), sprinting (d = 0.42, p = 0.050) and HIA (0.93 < d < 3.01, p < 0.005) between half-matches were observed during Serie A and Serie B. The average %HRmax was progressively increased in both half-matches (0.85 < d < 3.54, p < 0.001) during all championships. For FRs, Serie A and Regional elicited the highest average %HRmax (0.80 3C d < 1.37, p < 0.030). For ARs, Serie A and Serie B elicited the highest average %HRmax (2.14 < d< 3.87, p < 0.001). In conclusion, the physical match activities and average %HRmax of Brazilian FRs and ARs differ across championship levels. FRs and ARs acting in Regional championships are likely to need specific preparation to support the higher physical demand observed at higher competition levels.

150th anniversary of the Moscow College of Transport

In 2022, the Moscow College of Transport of the Russian University of Transport celebrated its 150th anniversary.The history of the educational institution is inextricably linked with the history of the state. The stages of creation and formation of one of the oldest educational institutions that train personnel for the transport industry are considered. Over the years of the college’s existence, its names and structure have changed, one generation has been replaced by another, there have been many victories and achievements. And always at the helm were strong, competent, aching soul for the work entrusted to them leaders. The quality of student training has been repeatedly confirmed by professional and public accreditation. The rich one and a half century history of the educational institution testifi es to the established traditions and colossal experience in training personnel for the transport industry.College students are winners of national and regional WorldSkills championships, teachers are certified experts, developers of WorldSkills competencies. Since 2017, on the basis of the college, RUT university championships (MIIT) have been held annually according to WorldSkills standards, which bring together professionals from various regions of the Russian Federation at one site.The educational process of the college is organized on a modern laboratory base, formed, among other things, within the framework of the program of interaction between Russian Railways and university complexes of railway transport.

Combined effects of home advantage and match result on interactions performed by Brazilian handball players

Aim: This study verified the combined effects of game result and match location on centrality measures based on the interactions of Brazilian handball players. Methods: The sample consisted of 3435 interactions performed by 15 players during 7 official Brazilian Regional Championship matches. Social network analysis was applied to investigate the following network properties: degree of centrality, closeness centrality, degree of prestige, proximity prestige, and network density. Results: Results revealed that playing at home increases closeness centrality (η2 = 0.99; p = 0.01), and network density (η2 = 1.00; p = 0.01). When the handball team lost the game, an increment in the network density in relation to the draw and win scenario was observed (η2 = 1.00; p = 0.01). It was observed that closeness centrality and network density increased when the team had lost and played at home, while when the team was playing away from home and losing, closeness centrality decreased (η2 = 0.99; p = 0.01). Conclusions: In conclusion, contextual variables impact the way that handball players interact during a match.

Pandemic-Induced Reductions on Swim Training Volume and Performance in Collegiate Swimmers.

The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant training disruptions during the 2020–2021 season, due to lockdowns, quarantines, and strict adherence to the pandemic protocols. The main purpose of this study was to determine how the pandemic training restrictions affected training volume and performance in one collegiate swim team. Cumulative training volume data across a 28-week season were compared between a pandemic (2020–2021) versus non-pandemic (2019–2020) season. The swimmers were categorized into three groups (sprinters, mid-distance, and long-distance) based on their training group. The performance times of 25 swimmers who competed in the regional championships, during both the non-pandemic and pandemic year, were compared via one-way ANOVA. Twenty-six male and 22 female swimmers commenced the 2020–2021 (pandemic) season, with 23% of the swimmers voluntarily opting out. Three COVID-19 cases were confirmed (2%) by the medical staff, with no long-term effects. Significant reductions in the average swim volume were verified in sprinters (32,867 ± 10,135 vs. 14,800 ± 7995 yards; p < 0.001), mid-distance (26,457 ± 10,692 vs. 17,054 ± 9.923 yards; p < 0.001), and long-distance (37,600 ± 14,430 vs. 22,254 ± 14,418 yards; p < 0.001) swimmers (non-pandemic vs. pandemic season, respectively). In the regional performance analyses, the sprinters swam faster (n = 8; −0.5 ± 0.6 s), while the mid-distance (n = 10; 0.17 ± 2.1 s) and long-distance (n = 7; 6.0 ± 4.9 s) swimmers swam slower (F = 11.76; p = 0.0003; r2 = 0.52). Thus, the pandemic caused significant reductions in swim training volume, with sprinters performing better and long-distance swimmers performing worse at the regional championships.

Survei Keterampilan Teknik Dasar Dan Kondisi Fisik Pada Tim Bolabasket Putra Kelompok Usia 16 Tahun Klub Semangat Muda Grobogan 2020

Kuswandono Nurhandhika. 2021. Basic Engineering Skills and Physical Condition Survey on Men's Basketball Team 16-Year Age Group Grobogan Youth Spirit Club 2020. Physical Education Thesis Health And Recreation State University of Semarang. Aris Mulyono S. Pd., M. Pd.&#x0D; Keywords : skill, technique, physical, basketball&#x0D; The development of basketball achievement in Grobogan is relatively good when viewed from basketball championships between schools and other clubs, such as junior and high school regional sports week and regional championships. In this study, researchers were interested to know: 1) basic skill level of dribbling, passing, and shooting techniques in men's basketball athletes KU 16 youth spirit club grobogan 2) physical condition in men's basketball athletes KU 16 youth spirit club grobogan.&#x0D; ` The research method uses quantitative descriptors with subjects of ku16 men's basketball athletes of the 2020 youth spirit club with survey methods test and measurement techniques to collect data.&#x0D; Based on the results of the study known 1) the results of basic technique skills passing averaged a score of 23.67, the results of basic dribbling techniques obtained an average score of 23.30, that the results of basic shooting technique skills obtained an average score of 15.63. 2) The result of basic speed engineering skills (sprint 60m) obtained an average score of 3.33, the result of basic technique skills arm muscle strength (pull up) average obtained a score of 3.30. the result of physical condition skills abdominal muscle strength (sit up) averaged a score of 4.47. technical skills physical condition of limb muscle strength (vertical jump) obtained a score of 2.70. aerobic endurance physical condition skills results (medium distance running 1200m) averaged a score of 3.17. Advice for young spirit club athletes grobogan to continue to improve training both within the club and increase the hours of training outside the existing training schedule of the youth spirit club grobogan.

Combination of factors for the presence of the public: a look at the lower levels of football in Minas Gerais

At the lowest levels of football in Brazil, one of the revenue sources is the box office leading to the need to identify the motivations of fans to attend stadiums and support their favorite football teams. The occupancy rate of Brazilian stadiums is lower than in other competitions in the world, which denotes the importance of knowing the configurations that mobilize the presence of the fans in following the matches. Brazil has more than 850 professional football clubs and only 128 of these teams compete in one of the four divisions of the national championship and studies point to the importance of regional championships in the Brazilian football ecosystem. This work aimed to analyze comparatively the matches of the first professional divisions, divided into 291 matches of Module I and 332 matches of Module II, of the Campeonato Mineiro, the Minas Gerais state championship, between 2015 and 2018 seeking to understand in which combinations of factors the public is present in the stadiums. This research found a combination of factors using Coincidence Analysis that implies the importance of high-ranking teams, acting in matches as a visitor, in attracting the public to stadiums to watch Module I of the Minas Gerais Soccer Championship. It also found minimally sufficient conditions that showed the importance of the rivalry factor and performance-related factors in causing a good occupancy rate of Module II of the state championship. This study brings notes to the importance of high-ranking teams in the dispute, necessary to attract the public to the stadiums in the games of Module I of the state championship of Minas Gerais. It also expands the scenario that covers most professional clubs in Brazil and is distant from the eyes of the great public fan of the sport.

Strategies for social mobility of young handicapped and disabled people in education, health care, culture, employment and recruitment

On April 28, 2021, the Institute of Pedagogy and Psychology of Kostroma State University hosted an interregional scientific and practical conference with international participation “Strategies for social mobility of young handicapped and disabled people in education, health care, culture, employment and recruitment. The scientific meeting was held within the framework of the business programme of the V regional championship in professional skills among disabled people and invalids “Abilympix-2021ˮ in Kostroma Region. This has already been the third scientific meeting organised by the Institute of Pedagogy and Psychology of the KSU together with the Department of Education and Science of Kostroma Region, the Department of Labour and Social Protection of the Population, and also together with the leading partner – Moscow State Psychological and Pedagogic University.

Contribution of Leg Flexibility, Limb Length, Leg Power for the Split Leap Skills of Rhythmic Gymnastics Athletes

This study examined the association between leg flexibility, leg length, jump height, and split leap movement scores at various levels of rhythmic gymnasts. Fifty-two young rhythmic gymnasts (age: 10.63 ± 2.9 years) were divided into two groups (qualifying, n = 32 and non-qualifying, n = 20) based on age and regional championship level. The gymnast underwent a series of fitness tests in the form of leg flexibility and leg explosive power as well as a split jump performance which was judged by 2 national and international certified judges. There was a significant difference and correlation between qualification and non-qualification in the split leap score (p = 0.00), body weight (p = 0.00; r = 0.351), limb length (p = 0.00; r = 0.420), High Jump (p = 0.01; r = 0.279), raised straight legs (p = 0.021; r = -0.279). There was no difference found in point feet but positively related at split leap score (p = 0.386; r = 0.373). The overall multiple regression analysis of all novice athletes revealed that Limb length, point feet, and high jump accounted for a medium part (32%) of the split leap score. In conclusion, the level of the gymnast (non-qualification), weight, Limb length, and arm length had a greater effect on the implementation of the split leap, whereas at the junior level (qualification) the leg explosiveness and flexibility of the leg effectively contributed to the split leap movement. Overall, the athlete's flexibility, body composition, and the explosive power of the limb variables effectively contribute to the split leap movement in youth rhythmic gymnastics.

Effects of Commitment on Fear of Failure and Burnout in Teen Spanish Handball Players.

Under an observational, transversal, and descriptive design, the study analyze the degree of adjustment of the perceptions of fear of failure as a mediating variable of the estimated relationship between sporting commitment and the appearance of burnout in young handball players in a competitive context. The sample included a total of 479 youth category handball players (250 boys and 229 girls) selected to compete in the Spanish Regional Championships. The age range was 16 (40.1%)−17 (59.9%) years old (M = 16.60; SD = 0.50). With regard to the years of experience variable, 85.4% stated that they have more than 5 years of experience at the federated handball player level. The Spanish version of Performance Failure Appraisal Inventory (PFAI), Inventory Athletes Burnout Revised (IBD-R), and Sport Commitment Questionnaire (SCQE) were used to assess fear of failure. The correlation patterns evidence that commitment is negative and significantly associated with emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and fear of failure and positively associated with reduced sense of personal accomplishment. In the standardized direct effect, negative and significant effects were observed between commitment and fear of failure, fear of failure with emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, and on the contrary, a negative and significant effect was observed between fear of failure and reduced sense of personal accomplishment. The evaluated athletes reflect a positive psychological disposition, show pride in having been selected by their territorial teams and reflect a high desire to show their sporting qualities. Despite the emergence of cognitive-emotional processes associated with fear of failure (e.g., shame, fear of criticism), this has been observed to protect the sense of self-fulfillment through sport effort, although it also has impacts on further emotional exhaustion and loss of value of sport effort.

Assessment of Body Mass and Fat Percentage in Children Training Judo Compared to Their Non-training Peers

Study aim: Judo training leads to an increase in the muscle mass of athletes. The consequence of this is a high level of body mass index (BMI). At the same time, the body’s fat percentage is reduced. This phenomenon has been well-described in older age groups. However, body build and composition parameters of the youngest judokas are still unclear. The aim of the study was to answer the following questions: Do the training and recruitment of athletes influence body build and composition in the studied groups? Are BMI and body fat percentage differentiated between children and younger children? Are body build and composition in studied group related to competitive experience and level of achievement in competitions? Basic procedures: The study group consisted of 21 judokas aged 11 to 12 years (younger children) and 71 non-training peers, as well as18 judokas aged 13 to 14 years (children) and 44 of their non-training peers. Body mass and composition were determined using the Tanita TBF-551 body composition analyser. Examination of the judokas was conducted during regional championships. Results and main findings: In the younger age group, significantly higher BMI and body fat percentage were observed in the group of non-training peers (20.5 and 22.2%; in judokas: 18.2 and 17.6%, respectively). In children, significant differences were observed only in body fat percentage. Its value was lower in judokas and amounted to 16.2% (in non-athlete peers: 20.1%). Comparison of body build and composition between judo athletes in the examined age groups revealed significant differences in the case of BMI. The value of this index in children was 20.5, which was significantly higher than in the younger children (17.6). No correlations of body build and composition with competitive experience and level of achievement in competitions were found in the studied groups. Conclusions: A 4-year training experience is a significant factor in the development of judo-specific body build and composition. However, their indices are not related to the level of achievement in the youngest age groups.

210 years of transport education: successes and development horizons of secondary vocational education

The system of secondary vocational education (SVE) of the Petersburg State University of Railways of Emperor Alexander I (PGUPS) is considered. Approbation and implementation of a new one is the trend of the modern open source software system. The dynamics of change is forming a new order for a qualitative change in vocational training. Despite many years of cooperation with the main customer — JSC Russian Railways, the branch network of PGUPS does not reduce the requirements for the quality of training of mid-level specialists, since a mutually beneficial partnership requires a prompt response to all changes in the industry, and is ensured by years of proven mutual trust, mutual assistance and mutual responsibility for the professional competence of the industry’s workforce. Today regional, national and world championships are held under the auspices of WorldSkills Russia. The development of training standards that meet international standards and the needs of new high-tech industries is in the sphere of interests of employers and the teaching community. Teachers and masters of industrial training actively participate in competitions and olympiads of professional skill, replicate their experience, conducting open lessons and master classes. The teaching community of VET is taking on new challenges of large-scale reforms in the industry and education. Being in the center of public attention, the branch network of PGUPS is ready to work with conditions as close as possible to high-tech real production.