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ArticleBMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation2023

Unleashing potential and optimizing adolescent roller skating performance through a structured exercise program - a randomized controlled trial.

Sonakshi Sehgal, Aksh Chahal, Vandana Esht, Mohammed M Alshehri, Rashid Ali Beg, Mohammad Abu Shaphe, Ramzi Abdu Alajam, Faizan Z Kashoo, Ahmad H Alghadir, Masood Khan

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Article in BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Sonakshi SehgalDepartment of Physiotherapy, Career Point University, Kota, India.
Aksh ChahalDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medical and Allied Health Science, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Vandana EshtPhysical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammed M AlshehriPhysical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Rashid Ali BegPhysical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammad Abu ShaphePhysical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Ramzi Abdu AlajamPhysical Therapy Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.
Faizan Z KashooDepartment of Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Majmaah University, Al Majmaah, Saudi Arabia.
Ahmad H AlghadirDepartment of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box. 10219, Riyadh-11433, Saudi Arabia.
Masood KhanDepartment of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box. 10219, Riyadh-11433, Saudi Arabia. raomasood22@gmail.com.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe intricate nature of an athlete's abilities evolves dynamically with the enhancement of motor skills. Hence the study sought to investigate the impact of a tailored four-week exercise program`encompassing exercises focused on balance, agility, and speed. The primary objective was to determine how this exercise program influences both the roller skating talent and overall physical fitness proficiency in young male roller skaters.

methodsThirty male participants (age 11-14 years) enrolled in the school skating team were recruited. The participants were randomized into either an experimental group [n = 15], performing a short-term exercise program, or a control group [n = 15], involved in the physical education classes for eight sessions over four weeks. The primary outcome measure, the skating performance, was measured by the linear speed test (LST). The secondary outcomes, i.e., balance, agility, and speed, were evaluated using the star excursion balance test (SEBT), agility t-test (ATT), and arrowhead change of direction speed test (ACDT). SEBT was assessed in 8 directions. The study was registered with the Clinical Trials Registry India (TRN: CTRI/2018/09/015713) before the recruitment of the participants on 14/09/2018.

resultsThe results showed that LST, ATT, and ACDT improved significantly (p < 0.05) in both groups, however, greater (p < 0.05) improvement was observed in the experimental group (Cohen's d 0.8 to 1.3). Regarding SEBT, improvement was observed in a few directions only in both groups. However, no significant difference was observed between both groups in SEBT measurements.

conclusionsA short-term structured exercise program consisting of balance, agility, and speed exercises significantly improved the talent of skating, agility, and speed compared to physical education classes activities in young male roller skaters. The study highlights the potential of targeted training interventions to enhance athletic performance in this population.

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Agility t-testArrowhead change of direction testLinear speed testPhysical educationStar Excursion balance test

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