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Využití gymnastiky v suché přípravě hokejistů
Utilization of gymnastics in the dry preparation of hockey players

Author(s): Jaroslav Krištofič, Martin Humler
Subject(s): Sports Studies
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: gymnastic preparation; motor-functional training; core strength training; compensatory exercises

Summary/Abstract: Ice hockey and gymnastics are two different sports with the specific content and specific motor abilitiesclaims. In spite of these differences can be gymnastic preparation a good complement to the drypreparation carried out-off ice rink. Gymnastic exercises are based on joint stimulation of fitness functionsand coordination functions with a positive impact on the performance and control folder. Theydevelop the capacity to coordinate the movement of body segments in space, kinestetic sensitivityand differentiation. In addition, the gymnastic preparations brings a compensatory effect againstunilateral load with a positive impact in the area of health prevention. The results of a questionnairesurvey among the coaches ice hockey of youth category (11–17 years) reported strong support of theinclusion gymnastic activities in dry preparation. From the polled coaches 74 % said that gymnasticpreparations are a regular part of sports training their teams and 25 % indicated posibility “irregularly”.When asked if they consider this kind of dry preparation for efficient and support of them (regardless ifthey do it) 81 % responded definitely Yes, 19 % rather Yes, and noone of the polled respondents reportedNo, or rather No.

  • Issue Year: 12/2018
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 30-37
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: Czech