An investigation into differences in modified stork balance abilities between experienced and nonexperienced karatekas at Kenyatta University
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Date
1997
Authors
Kinoti, J. W.
Njororai, W. W. S.
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Kenyatta University
Abstract
Karate is a martial art sport whose main objective is to develop
techniques and tactics for self-defence without the use of weapons. The
ability to balance determines how well an individual can perform in this
sport. The body's balance is maintained at the hip, where the a mass of the
body is concentrated. A one-show case study was carried out on twelve
experienced and twelve non-experienced make karatekas. The subjects
performed the modified stork balance test. The two group compared and
data descriptively presented. Among other findings, it was established
that the experienced karatekas had a mean balance of 111.42 seconds
compared to the 58.08 seconds for noble the non-experienced group. The ttest
techniques indicated that there was a difference in balancing abilities
in favour of experienced karatekas. It was evident that the more one
engages in the sport the more one becomes competent in balancing
abilities. Training and persistent practice are, therefore, vital if athletes are
to improve balancing ability.
Description
A paper presented at the Africa Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport and dance 3rd Scientific Congress held on 11th - 15th September, 1997 at Kenyatta University
Keywords
Modified stork balance, Karatekas, Self defence