Human Movement: New Paradigms in a Changing World
Human Movement: New Paradigms in a Changing World
Contributor(s): Florin Pelin (Editor), Monica Stănescu (Editor), Marius Stoicescu (Editor)
Subject(s): Education, Sociology
Published by: Discobolul Publishing House
Keywords: leader; behavioral style; football conditioning; high jumpers; Xsens MVN; xBody; Plantar pressure; sport technology; environment;
Summary/Abstract: Human Movement: New Paradigms in a Changing World represents an e-book that includes 11 papers with both theoretical and practical knowledge about physical education, sports, management, olympism and health in a scientific environment.
- E-ISBN-13: 978-606-798-186-5
- Page Count: 136
- Publication Year: 2022
- Language: English
MODEL OF USING REAL-TIME DATA IN PROMOTING FOOTBALL PLAYERS, REGARDING THEIR CONDITIONING ATTRIBUTES
MODEL OF USING REAL-TIME DATA IN PROMOTING FOOTBALL PLAYERS, REGARDING THEIR CONDITIONING ATTRIBUTES
(MODEL OF USING REAL-TIME DATA IN PROMOTING FOOTBALL PLAYERS, REGARDING THEIR CONDITIONING ATTRIBUTES)
- Author(s):Andrei Gabriel Antonescu, Tudor Palade, Monica Stănescu
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:1-11
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:real time data; football conditioning; promoting; senior level;
- Summary/Abstract:The purpose of the paper is to establish a relationship between the real time data received during football matches and the promotion of a player to a higher level team, in the same club (academy). The study was carried on the 1st and 2nd team of a First Division Romanian football club, during the 2021/2022 season. The results were registered during official football games, 1st League for 1st team and 3rd League for 2nd team. There were counted 2 games for 1st team and 1 game for 2nd team. Our aim was to be able to establish a pattern regarding the physical conditioning for choosing players to promote to 1st team. Data received during games was selected and compared between players and teams. Even if data amount is not high, we consider that, in practical situations, decisions have to be taken regarding the data provided, and sometimes there could be no time to receive more data. Of course, for a more accurate study and better pattern establish, further research and data analyse is required. The results of our study shown that the promoted players from the 2nd team, regarding their physical conditioning attributes, well integrated in the 1st team and recorded further games in the team. Moreover, by time, they didn't played back in the 2nd team, appearing only for the 1st team.
EVOLUTION OF WOMEN’S HIGH JUMP PERFORMANCE BETWEEN 2011-2020
EVOLUTION OF WOMEN’S HIGH JUMP PERFORMANCE BETWEEN 2011-2020
(EVOLUTION OF WOMEN’S HIGH JUMP PERFORMANCE BETWEEN 2011-2020)
- Author(s):Aura Petronela Balaban, Gloria RAȚĂ, Andreea Alexandra Georgescu
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:12-22
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:high jumpers; evolution; results; junior;
- Summary/Abstract:The study aims to highlight the evolution of the Junior II Women’s high jumpers in the last 10 years at the National Indoor and Outdoor Championships. This study is based on the analysis of the results recorded at the final competitions specific to the Juniors II Women. The final competitions were held in the Lia Manoliu Athletics Hall, Bucharest during the indoor season and at the Lia Manoliu National Stadium in Bucharest and the Trivale Stadium in Pitesti during the outdoor season. The participants of this research were represented by women’s high jumpers from different clubs in the country who joined in the National Championships. All results from the last 10 years were recorded. In conducting the investigation and the research we used: literature study method, pedagogical observation, comparative method, document analysis method, statistical-mathematical method, graphical method. The research hypothesis according to which the results of the junior high jumpers in the last 10 years were progressive was not confirmed. Following this study, we found that the performance of these jumpers was regressive, hence the problem of redesigning the strategy of attracting children to practise athletics events and sustaining them in the training process
POSSIBILITIES TO OBJECTIFY THE TECHNICAL ELEMENTS OF MARTIAL ARTS - KICKBOXING WITH THE HELP OF KINEMATIC ANALYSIS
POSSIBILITIES TO OBJECTIFY THE TECHNICAL ELEMENTS OF MARTIAL ARTS - KICKBOXING WITH THE HELP OF KINEMATIC ANALYSIS
(POSSIBILITIES TO OBJECTIFY THE TECHNICAL ELEMENTS OF MARTIAL ARTS - KICKBOXING WITH THE HELP OF KINEMATIC ANALYSIS)
- Author(s):Robert Deliu, Marius Stoica, Andrei Dragomir
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:23-35
- No. of Pages:13
- Keywords:martial arts; objectivity; Xsens MVN;
- Summary/Abstract:Knowing best the Romanian kickboxing trainings level, but also having a good sense of the levels from other martial arts we considered that by using cinematic analyzes through modern technology applicable to motor activities we can objectify the executions of the technical elements from kickboxing in order to have a new approach in terms of evaluating them. For this study, a system of inertial measurement units was used, capturing the movement of the entire human body performing specific kickboxing techniques, each sensor being composed of 3D gyroscopes, accelerometers and 3D magnetometers, small in size along with advanced algorithms and biomechanical models..The system used in the studio was MVN Awinda, the version based on sensor straps, which transmits data to the PC / laptop wirelessly. There are 17 motion tracking sensors attached to the body in order to reconstruct 3D the human movement. Through this study we wished to link the methodical indications from the specialty literature and concrete technical executions, proving that the biomechanics elements can be objectively measured. Some of the most used striking techniques were chosen, performed by high level Romanian kickboxers and monitored with said equipment in order to objectify them and extract information useful for conducting trainings. We measured key kinematic parameters and extracted precise data about punching velocity, hips and shoulder rotations and angle varations.Likewise, the research is meant to be a step for future studies, even in other sports disciplines and to encourage the use of technology in sports training.
STUDY ON IMPROVING PHYSICAL CONDITION THROUGH XBODY TECHNOLOGY
STUDY ON IMPROVING PHYSICAL CONDITION THROUGH XBODY TECHNOLOGY
(STUDY ON IMPROVING PHYSICAL CONDITION THROUGH XBODY TECHNOLOGY)
- Author(s):Stefan Dinu Cristinescu, Virgil TUDOR
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:36-47
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:XBody; EMS; training; physical condition;
- Summary/Abstract:This study aims to point out that the fitness and wellness industry provides innovative means for muscle conditioning. Therefore, our purpose is to increase people’s interest in leisure motor activities by highlighting the effectiveness of EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) fitness technology in improving physical condition. The research hypothesis is that good physical condition in the adult population depends on the normal values of their visceral fat, which is not imperatively related to vigorous physical activity, and this aspiration can be fulfilled by using EMS fitness training. The quasi-experiment took place at the XBody Titan Studio in Bucharest from September 2021 to March 2022 and included 50 people (wanting to adjust their fat deposits) for whom we prepared record sheets with somatic indicators (bone mass, muscle mass, visceral fat, metabolic age and number of kilocalories). The sheets were written at the first training and completed every month. The study participants performed specific EMS fitness workouts using XBody equipment twice a week, and their results were tabulated, statistically processed, interpreted and graphically represented. Some conclusions drawn from this research are: the values of metabolic age and visceral fat are lower from the first phase of XBody training, and energy consumption is higher due to increased muscle activity; correct posture is obtained only after a few sessions; within 6 months, the measurements of somatic indicators are visible in the improved strength of the lower limbs and increased muscle mass, and these results are closely associated with physical condition and diet
ANALYSIS OF THE ROLE OF LEADER IN TEAM SPORTS
ANALYSIS OF THE ROLE OF LEADER IN TEAM SPORTS
(ANALYSIS OF THE ROLE OF LEADER IN TEAM SPORTS)
- Author(s):Simone Fornari, Catalina Felicia Mancaș, Ligia RUSU
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:49-67
- No. of Pages:19
- Keywords:leader; behavioural style; models;
- Summary/Abstract:Within a group there is a role that rises hierarchically above the others because it has the ability to influence people's attitude and behaviour more than it is itself influenced. This is the leader. The purpose of this review is to identify leadership models in sports based on the hypothesis that there are necessary qualities, but not sufficient to fulfil this role, and to demonstrate on a theoretical level, that “versatility” is the primary requisite for success. Through literature review on social groups, 16 studies are analysed, dating from 1990 to 2020 and using the keyword “leader in sports”. The goal is to understand the characteristics of the figure of the leader in sports and to lay the foundation to create awareness on the characteristics the trainer has to improve in order to increase the team performance. Some models focus on the idea of leader as innate, others on its behavioural style; still, others on the characteristics of the situation in which the coach finds himself acting, and some on the needs and expectations of the other team members. One finding of this study is that a particularly frequent characteristic in the sports field is the existence of several leaders in the group. Through the analysis of the studies, it can be stated that this fact may turn out beneficial, but the absence of collaboration between the different leaders may become a negative aspect.
COMPARASION OF FLAT FOOT EVOLUTION BETWEEN AGE GROUPS
COMPARASION OF FLAT FOOT EVOLUTION BETWEEN AGE GROUPS
(COMPARASION OF FLAT FOOT EVOLUTION BETWEEN AGE GROUPS)
- Author(s):Michi GEAMBESA, Andreea Popescu, Mihnea Marin, Ligia RUSU
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:68-82
- No. of Pages:15
- Keywords:Pes planus; Age; Gender; Plantar pressure; Pedobarography;
- Summary/Abstract:The vicious static of the flat foot (FF) has a significant impact on the general body posture. This study aimed to perform a comparative analysis of the biomechanical parameters of the FF, for a 37 FF subjects group, aged between 18 and 77 years. The 37 subjects, are divided in to 4 experimental groups (18-30yrs; 42-49yrs; 50-63yrs; 70-77yrs). The evaluation using the RSScan platform and the parameters are: contact area (CA) and the maximum force (Fmax) for plantar areas. The results show high values in all age groups, significantly increased for the CA: midfoot, heel, metatarsus 1, 2, 3, 5. Statistical analysis proves similar results for group 30-40 vs 18- 30 years and group 70-77 vs 18-30 years, thus for the right foot significant average increase of 9% for the area metatars1, 2 and 5, midfoot, heel and for the left foot an average growth of 12% for all CA. Group 70-77 vs 42-49 years shows us for the right foot as a significant average increase of 8% for midfoot and for the left foot an increase of 4% for the metatarsal areas 1-5. Group 70-77 vs 50-63 years shows for the right foot significant increase of 8% for the metatars1-5, midfoot areas and for the left foot 9% for metatars1 and 2 and midfoot areas. The results demonstrate importance of a complex assessment for FF and indicate a progressive static deformity of the foot, particularly in the metatars1-3, midfoot, heel area (CA increases progressively from younger to older people).
THE ACUTE EFFECT OF DYNAMIC TAPING ON PLANTAR DISTRIBUTION IN CHILDREN WITH FLAT FOOT
THE ACUTE EFFECT OF DYNAMIC TAPING ON PLANTAR DISTRIBUTION IN CHILDREN WITH FLAT FOOT
(THE ACUTE EFFECT OF DYNAMIC TAPING ON PLANTAR DISTRIBUTION IN CHILDREN WITH FLAT FOOT)
- Author(s):Eva Ilie, Ligia RUSU, Michi GEAMBESA
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:83-94
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:Dynamic Taping; flat foot; plantar pressure;
- Summary/Abstract:Flat foot may alter plantar pressure distribution of the foot by collapsing medial longitudinal arch. Increased plantar pressure in some areas as first metatarsal (MTP) joint, mid-foot area and soles may cause pain in individuals with flat foot. Previous studies suggested that supporting the medial longitudinal arch by taping may be beneficial. However, best to our knowledge, no study investigated the effects of the Dynamic Taping (DT) application on plantar pressure distribution in children with flat foot. Twenty-two children (median age: 13 years) with asymptomatic flat foot were divided into two groups as DT group (n=11, males: 9) and control group (n=11, males: 5). Participants in both groups underwent an evaluation performed with RSScan pressure platform at baseline, and plantar pressures related to first MTP join, mid-foot, and soles were recorded. DT was applied as one strip of double layer starting from the big toe, with the first MTP joint in flexion, through the medial longitudinal arch finishing on the posterior 1/3 of the calf. No taping was applied in the control group. Both groups were reassessed after 45 minutes. At baseline, the groups were similar regarding physical characteristics (p>0.05). The plantar pressures in the assessed regions decreased (p<0.05) following the DT. No differences were detected in the control group (p>0.05). According to our results, increased plantar pressure may be redistributed by applying DT in children with flat foot.
PROMOTION IN THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION LESSON OF THE THEMATIC CONTENTS PREFERRED BY THE STUDENTS
PROMOTION IN THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION LESSON OF THE THEMATIC CONTENTS PREFERRED BY THE STUDENTS
(PROMOTION IN THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION LESSON OF THE THEMATIC CONTENTS PREFERRED BY THE STUDENTS)
- Author(s):Marina Iordăchescu (Elena), Dorina Orțănescu, Carmen Mariana Georgescu (Bărțăgui)
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:95-106
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:physical education; technology; motor skills; creativity;
- Summary/Abstract:In today's society, where the student is more and more vocal in their choices, physical education and sports have lost ground to technology, with students increasingly interested more in computer games than physical and sports activities. In this context, the present study sought to determine some effective methods, solutions, to revive the discipline of physical education and sports. The objectives of the research were to identify the differences in perception between the children and the specialized teachers, regarding their preferences for approaching certain contents of the physical education and sports lesson. In order to find out which subjects are most appreciated by students, a questionnaire was used, targeting 207 teachers of physical education and sports. Also, the questions regarding the topics valued in the physical education and sports lesson were addressed to a number of 81 children between the ages of 11 and 13. Through the use of the questionnaire, the students' preferences in completing the lesson assignments from the school curriculum were observed. After analyzing the recorded data, we can state that the achievement of the lesson's objectives is closely related to the student's degree of satisfaction. Previous studies have shown that an adequate provision of large, bright, airy spaces, in which to stimulate creativity, increase the emotional state and motivation to move both students and those who carry out the educational process, improving learning results. Restrictive sports activities, based on simplistic ways of conducting the lesson, remove the child from movement and even from spending free time in an active way. As a result of this study, it was found that the students did not have a predisposition for a certain motor quality, but chose all the motor qualities and skills in close proportions, while having a greater preference for sports games.
HEREDITY AND ENVIRONMENT AS DETERMINING FACTORS IN THE GAME OF WATER POLO
HEREDITY AND ENVIRONMENT AS DETERMINING FACTORS IN THE GAME OF WATER POLO
(HEREDITY AND ENVIRONMENT AS DETERMINING FACTORS IN THE GAME OF WATER POLO)
- Author(s):Costel Matei, Virgil TUDOR, Ion Drâmboceanu
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Sociology
- Page Range:107-113
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:water polo; heredity; environment; performance;
- Summary/Abstract:Heredity is the biological attribute specific to the human being, in conjunction with the environment, be it internal or external, but also with other dependent or independent factors of society such as family, education, political system, and religion. The literature review highlights two elementary stages, one during puberty when the family environment and its influences are more relevant and easier to observe (internal environment), and the second when the individual begins to absorb information from the external environment, thus creating a mixture between the family environment and the one encompassing the information acquired from the outside. From a genetic point of view, the human being inherits certain sets of predispositions or potentialities that are closely related to the environment in which the person lives and which can enhance them or not, depending on education. In the present paper, we aim to emphasise the importance of heredity and environment in the game of water polo correlated with other sports disciplines, as well as the importance of environmental factors and their significance in developing a culture of the game of water polo at the national level. Our analysis includes world-class water polo players and specialists whose activity is correlated with the water polo activity in Romania, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity. The conclusions drawn from the analysis show that Romania really has biological and environmental potential, but it can reach the world podium in the game of water polo only through a scientific development that takes into account all the factors presented above.
MOTOR SKILL LEVEL OF STUDENTS AT RISK OF EDUCATIONAL EXCLUSION IN MUREȘ COUNTY, ROMANIA
MOTOR SKILL LEVEL OF STUDENTS AT RISK OF EDUCATIONAL EXCLUSION IN MUREȘ COUNTY, ROMANIA
(MOTOR SKILL LEVEL OF STUDENTS AT RISK OF EDUCATIONAL EXCLUSION IN MUREȘ COUNTY, ROMANIA)
- Author(s):Virgil TUDOR, Florin Pelin, Corina Ciolcă, Valeria Balan, Dan Badea, Marina Igorov, Laurenţiu Daniel TICALĂ, Cristina Varzaru, Adrian Rădulescu, Ana Maria Mujea, Alin Săftel, Adina Andreea Dreve, Paul Florin RITEA, Csaba Adorjan
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education, Sociology
- Page Range:114-124
- No. of Pages:11
- Keywords:motor assessment; school dropout; education unit;
- Summary/Abstract:In recent years, preventing school dropout has become a topic of national interest because the number of young people at risk of educational exclusion has considerably increased. That is why we turn our attention to this vulnerable category, in both educational and social terms. The students included in this research represent the main target group in the project “Sustainable social and educational integration through sports activities” (PNP001). The project is designed for students with social and educational integration difficulties and aims to identify directions and solutions to reduce school dropout by involving them in various sports activities. The students are enrolled in two educational units in Mureș County, namely Ogra Middle School (70 students) and Sărățeni Middle School (49 students). In terms of gender, there are 65 boys (average age: 13 years ± 1.26) and 54 girls (average age: 12 years ± 1.15), therefore a total number of 119 students. In order to identify the level of students’ motor skills, we used assessment tests recognised in the field of interest: 4 x 10 m Shuttle run, Standing long jump, t-Test, Stork Test, Flexibility Test and Ruffier Test. By knowing the level of students’ motor performance, we will identify the pattern of their motor skills in relation to gender, age and residence area, and participation in various sports activities is aimed at achieving complementarity between their motor and social development.
THE BENEFITS OF USING ECCENTRIC CONTRACTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE HAMSTRINGS MUSCLES
THE BENEFITS OF USING ECCENTRIC CONTRACTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE HAMSTRINGS MUSCLES
(THE BENEFITS OF USING ECCENTRIC CONTRACTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE HAMSTRINGS MUSCLES)
- Author(s):Alexandru Chivăran
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Education
- Page Range:125-136
- No. of Pages:12
- Keywords:muscle; performance; isoinertial;
- Summary/Abstract:The football game presents a higher risk of injuries compared with other team sports. Due to the nature of the sport, most injuries in football are localized in the lower extremities (almost 70%), with the knee being the most common site with 54% of the injuries. This study aims to obtain the best possible coordination between the tight muscles, increase muscular strength, and reduce the risk of injuries Material and methods: The study included 15 players, average age of 15 years and 6 months, football players. The training included 3 sessions per week of isoinertial training. Each player performed 3 sets of 10 repetitions with a 20-seconds pause between sets on each leg. The isoinertial exercises were performed with the help of the Desmotec device. The recorded data obtained during the training were expressed in Watts (W), and processed with the dedicated software of the Desmotec system. Results: The average power recorded for the right hamstring was 26.3W for concentric contraction and 40.2W for the eccentric contraction, on the left hamstring the average power recorded was 27.06W for concentric contraction and 42.93W for the eccentric contraction. Conclusions: The analysis of these results shows that the eccentric muscle contraction develops more power than the concentric one. Even though most of the players are right-footed, higher values on the left foot were obtained. The goal is to obtain a better balance between the tight's agonist and antagonist muscle groups.