Naslov
Ambidexterity development in rhythmic gymnastics

Autori
Kezić, Ana ; Macan, Iva ; Lalić, Ina

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u zbornicima skupova, cjeloviti rad (in extenso), znanstveni

Izvornik
Proceedings Book of the 1. International Online Conference & Seminar in Rhythmic Gymnastics / Gateva, Maria ; Doncheva, Liliya ; Kuleva, Milena - Sofija : NSA Press, 2020, 42-47

ISBN
978-954-718-661-3

Skup
First International Online Conference & Seminar in Rhythmic Gymnastics

Mjesto i datum
Online, 06.11.2020. - 07.11.2020

Vrsta sudjelovanja
Predavanje

Vrsta recenzije
Međunarodna recenzija

Ključne riječi
laterality, handedness, coefficient of asymmetry, specific technique

Sažetak
The performance of elements and complying with choreography rules in rhythmic gymnastics greatly depends on ambidexterity. Most rhythmic gymnastics athletes, even elite ones, have troubles when need to use the non-dominant hand/leg/side of the body. Aim: This study aimed to determine to which extent does rhythmic gymnastics beginner's training develop the relationship between the right and left side of the body (ambidexterity) using a 6- month standard training process. Methods: The sample consisted of 40 participants (7-9 years old). New measuring instruments were designed to assess the degree of acquisition of specific techniques (5 in total, one for each apparatus). The athletes demonstrated the techniques with their dominant and then non-dominant side of the body and were videotaped. Three experienced judges made an assessment based on the videotaped material and the coefficients of asymmetry were calculated for each technique according to the prescribed formula. Results: The obtained reliability parameters have shown that the analyzed tests with the corresponding criteria are a reliable measuring instrument and can be used to evaluate the ambidexterity in novice gymnasts. The 6-month standard training process numerically improved the total ambidexterity, although the significant difference was noticed only in the coefficients of asymmetry for the rope technique. Since the rope is one of the apparatus that needs to be handled with both arms and, additionally, is well known to beginners, this result doesn’t surprise. Conclusion: Rhythmic gymnastics training is largely aimed at the equal development of both sides of the body/arms/legs and in these terms has a positive effect on the overall health of the trainee.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kineziologija

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