"The effect of Tabata training on certain physical and skill-related variables and the performance level of specific kicks in female Taekwondo Keorugi players"

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1 Faculty of Sports Science for Girls Helwan University

2 Faculty of physical education for girls

3 Faculty of physical Education For boys

Abstract

This study was conducted to identify the effect of Tabata training on the performance level of kicks in taekwondo sparring athletes. The research sample was intentionally selected from female taekwondo athletes specializing in sparring (Keorugi) registered with the Egyptian Taekwondo Federation for the 2022–2023 sports season. The participants were aged 12–14 years, and the total sample included 26 athletes. They were divided as follows: 8 athletes for the experimental group, 8 athletes for the control group, and 10 athletes for the calculation of scientific parameters for the tests and the pilot study conducted at the International Taekwondo Center in Maadi.

The researcher employed the experimental method, which is appropriate for the nature of the study, utilizing an experimental design with two groups—one experimental and one control—applying pre- and post-measurements to both groups.

The main findings revealed that the proposed training program, incorporating Tabata exercises, had a positive impact on enhancing the kicking performance of the experimental group athletes in sparring. The inclusion of Tabata training in the program led to noticeable improvements in the experimental group’s kicking performance during matches.

Key Recommendations:

• Integrating Tabata exercises into training programs, especially during the preparation phase for competitions, is essential.

• Emphasizing early and consistent training on kicks to maximize their effectiveness in improving match performance for sparring athletes.

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