Comparison of Core Stability Endurance Level Between Women's Professional and Beginner Spinning Athletes
Poster Presentation
Paper ID : 1601-SSRC
Authors
1دانشگاه تربیت دبیر شهید رجائی
2دانشکده علوم ورزشی- دانشگاه تربیت دبیر شهید رجائی
Abstract
Abstract
Aim: The core, as the center of the body, plays a crucial role in enabling optimal movements in the lower limbs. Previous studies have suggested a direct link between core stability dysfunction and the occurrence of skeletal-muscular injuries. This research aims to compare the endurance of core stabilizer muscles between beginner and professional spinning athletes.
Methodology: This study employs a descriptive-comparative design. The statistical population consists of female athletes in the field of spinning, aged 20 to 30 years, in Karaj city. The research subjects include 15 individuals in each group (beginner and professional), selected purposefully based on inclusion criteria. Anthropometric variables, such as height and weight, were measured using a digital scale. The endurance of core stabilizer muscles was evaluated using the Plank test, a highly valid and reliable measure. An independent t-test was conducted to compare the average endurance of core stabilizer muscles between the two groups, with a significance level set at α < 0.05.
Results: The independent t-test revealed a significant difference in the average endurance of core stabilizer muscles between beginner and professional spinning athletes (P < 0.05). Specifically, the professional group demonstrated higher scores in the Plank test.
Discussion: Adequate endurance in the central region of the body during spinning can reduce the risk of traumatic movements in the trunk and lower limbs. Based on the significant difference found in core stabilizer muscles endurance between beginner and professional athletes, it is recommended that spinning trainers and women intending to participate in this sport incorporate core stability exercises into their training routines to prevent potential injuries.
Aim: The core, as the center of the body, plays a crucial role in enabling optimal movements in the lower limbs. Previous studies have suggested a direct link between core stability dysfunction and the occurrence of skeletal-muscular injuries. This research aims to compare the endurance of core stabilizer muscles between beginner and professional spinning athletes.
Methodology: This study employs a descriptive-comparative design. The statistical population consists of female athletes in the field of spinning, aged 20 to 30 years, in Karaj city. The research subjects include 15 individuals in each group (beginner and professional), selected purposefully based on inclusion criteria. Anthropometric variables, such as height and weight, were measured using a digital scale. The endurance of core stabilizer muscles was evaluated using the Plank test, a highly valid and reliable measure. An independent t-test was conducted to compare the average endurance of core stabilizer muscles between the two groups, with a significance level set at α < 0.05.
Results: The independent t-test revealed a significant difference in the average endurance of core stabilizer muscles between beginner and professional spinning athletes (P < 0.05). Specifically, the professional group demonstrated higher scores in the Plank test.
Discussion: Adequate endurance in the central region of the body during spinning can reduce the risk of traumatic movements in the trunk and lower limbs. Based on the significant difference found in core stabilizer muscles endurance between beginner and professional athletes, it is recommended that spinning trainers and women intending to participate in this sport incorporate core stability exercises into their training routines to prevent potential injuries.
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