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Effect of Plyometric Training on Dry Land and in Water on Physical Fitness in Youth Football Players
Tichý, Daniel ; Kramperová, Veronika (advisor) ; Kaľata, Maroš (referee)
Title: The Effect of Plyometric Training on Land and in Water on the Physical Fitness of Youth Soccer Players Objectives: The aim of this study is to develop a plyometric training program on land and in water and assess its affects on changes in the physical fitness components of U10 and U11 category soccer players. Methods: Twenty-six male participants (10 ± 0.5 years) were included in the study. The research sample was divided into an experimental and a control group. The experimental group (n = 12) underwent a 12-week plyometric training program on land and in water, with a frequency of 1 session per week lasting 60 minutes. The control group (n = 14) did not undergo any intervention. The levels of speed and endurance abilitis, flexibility of the lumbar spine and muscles of the posterior thigh group, explosive strength of the lower limbs, muscular endurance of the abdominal muscles, and static postural stability were assessed before and after the experimental period. Results: The study demonstrated that plyometric training on land and in water significantly increases agility with directional changes (p = 0.01), enhances explosive strength of the lower limbs (p = 0.01), improves postural stability (p = 0.02), and enhances flexibility (p = 0.004). Keywords: physical fitness, soccer, plyometrics,...
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Comparison of Changes in Motor and Cognitive Functions of Preschool Children
Soukupová, Tereza ; Bačáková, Radka (advisor) ; Musálek, Martin (referee)
Title: Comparison of Changes in Motor and Cognitive Functions of Preschool Children Objective: The aim of this thesis is to compare changes in motor and cognitive functions of preschool children. Methods: The research was conducted as a longitudinal study that followed 61 children aged 4-6 years over a two-year period. Various tests were used to assess gross motor skills, physical fitness, and cognitive functions, including the Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD-2) and the Intelligence and Development Scales for Preschool Children (IDS-P). Data were analyzed using comparative, correlational, and regression analysis. Results: The findings showed improvements in gross motor skills, physical fitness, and cognitive levels over a two-year period. Girls achieved better results in locomotor skills, while boys demonstrated greater improvements in dynamic disciplines. The correlational analysis revealed several weak correlations between cognitive and physical abilities. The regression analysis showed very weak linear relationships between cognitive and physical abilities. Conclusion: Overall, the results support the importance of regular physical activities and structured motor games for the development of motor and cognitive abilities in preschool children. No significant relationship was found between...
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Evaluation of the physical fitness of students 4th and 5th grade elementary school through disciplines of "Odznak všestrannosti".
Štěpánová, Aneta ; Kaplan, Aleš (advisor) ; Peřinová, Radka (referee)
Thema works: Evaluation of the physical fitness of students 4th and 5th grade elementary school through disciplines of "Odznak všestrannosti" Student: Aneta Štěpánová Supervisor: Doc. PhDr. Aleš Kaplan, Ph.D., MBA Aims: The primary aim of the thesis was to assess the level of physical fitness in 4th and 5th grade students of a selected primary school. For evaluation were used the 10 disciplines of the "Odznak všestrannosti". To determine a sufficient level of physical fitness, I have chosen the criterion of achieving a minimum of a bronze badge score in the "OV". The secondary aim was to compare the measured values between boys and girls. Methodology: Testing was conducted using a quantitative research method through the disciplines of the "Odznak všestrannosti" in physical education classes. In total, students were tested in 10 disciplines. The data obtained from the testing was recorded in tables, then statistically processed and evaluated by programme MS Excel. Results: Investigated file consisted of 46 boys and 59 girls. Of the total number of boys, 30 % were successful, with the category born in 2013 performing best in terms of number and value of badges earned. Only 9 % of boys performed above average in terms of achieving a better than bronze badge. A total of 28 % of students achieved below...
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Motivational intervention in primary school and its effect on physical activity of older school-age children
Hmirová, Sára ; Vařeková, Jitka (advisor) ; Pavlová, Ilona (referee)
Title: Motivational intervention in primary school and its effect on physical activity of older school- age children Objectives: The main aim of the thesis was to investigate the possibilities of implementation and the influence of a complex motivational intervention program on physical activity (PA) of older school-age children during a two-month period within the school educational process. Methods: The effect of a two-month motivational programme on the promotion PA was examined in a mixed-methods research design with a group of 50 Year 7 pupils (28 girls and 22 boys, aged 12 to 13 years). The intervention included thematic educational lectures, physical education moments, learning in motion, motivational activities in physical education and active breaks between lessons. A school sports day and a sports trip were also implemented. The data collection methods used in the pre-test and post-test were: a questionnaire to monitor PA level and motor testing. Observational and descriptive methods were used throughout the programme. Teacher (n=7) focus group interviews and a student (n=50) survey were used to evaluate the program. Results: All planned activities of the motivational intervention were successfully implemented. In the feedback, both teachers and pupils responded positively to the...
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Influence of athletics training on physical ability of 13 years old pupils
Holcová, Tereza ; Kašpar, Ladislav (advisor) ; Teplý, Lukáš (referee)
The aim of the practical part of this baccalaureat thesis is to find out, if athletic training has and impact on physical ability of athletes at the age of 13, in comparison with the standards set by the Manual for manual and computerized assessment of basic motor performance and selected characteristics of the body structure of youth and adults in the Czech Republic, but also towards pupils who are attending other sport events or do no not play any sports at all. The UNIFITTEST test batery was used. It tests children in foru disciplines. The collected data were tabulated and then evaluated based on the above objectives. The theoretical part is devoted to the characteristics of physical fitness and ist components. It also touches on body composition, obesity and underweight. It characterizes the older school age and brings us closer to the athletics training of this age group.
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Impact of the covid-19 pandemic on the physical fitness of female volleyball players between the age of 14 and 16.
Bendová, Tereza ; Pokorný, Ladislav (advisor) ; Bunc, Václav (referee)
This bachelor's thesis deals with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the physical fitness of girls aged 14 to 16. The aim of this work is to evaluate the impact of the pandemic on a particular group of female volleyball players on the basis of recorded data. The theoretical part focuses on the pandemic itself, but mainly on the physical activity linked with the lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The theoretical part also expands on information about volleyball and the individual player positions. The practical part deals with the recorded data and its evaluation. For data collection, I chose special motor tests performed on volleyball that test specific motoric abilities of volleyball players. The results showed that the physical fitness of the female volleyball players deteriorated in all tested areas. The biggest percentual deterioration can be found in the K-test used to measure speed. The deterioration rate was recorded in 100% of the players. Furthermore, when comparing whether the players' performance after returning to training recovered to their pre-pandemic levels, I found that not all players were able to perform the same. KEYWORDS volleyball, COVID-19 pandemic, fitness tests, physical fitness, sport training
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Differences in the physical fitness of kindergarten children and children participating in artisritc gymnastics clubs in the stage of Active start.
Pavlatová, Šárka ; Chrudimský, Jan (advisor) ; Vokounová, Šárka (referee)
Title: Differences in the physical fitness of kindergarten children and children participating in artisritc gymnastics clubs in the stage of Active start. Objectives: The aim of the master's thesis is to evaluate whether there are differences in performance in selected tests of physical fitness and motor performance between 4-7 years old girls, while one group consists of girls attending gymnastics sports preparations and the other group consists of children attending other sport activities then gymnastics. Methods: The measurement is based on a combination of the Motor Competence Assessment battery, the Preschool Fitness Test and supplemented with a deep forward bend test in a sitting position. The data was collected in kindergartens and gymnastics clubs in the Prague city. The group from gymnastic clubs in the stage of Active start were represented by 19 girls with an average age of 5.66 years (s.d. = ± 0,25). The group of girls from kindergartens was represented by 17 girls with an average age of 5.73 years (s.d. = ± 0,81). Performances were compared by basic statistical indicators and statistical significance evaluation. Results: T-test evaluation statistical significance was found for the following tests: standing long jump, shuttle run 4 x 5 m, joint mobility range in forward bending, moving...
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Normalization study of motor tests deadlift and medicine ball throw overhead backwards among members of the security battalion
Rolejček, Jan ; Sýkora, Karel (advisor) ; Vágner, Michal (referee)
Title: Normalization study of motoric tests deadlift and medicine ball throw overhead backwards among members of the combat support battalion. Objective: The aim of this study is to establish performance standards for the three- repetition maximum deadlift and the backward medicine ball throw overhead. The resulting standards will subsequently be used to expand the test battery for the occupational assessment in the 141st Supply Battalion. Methods: Standardized testing was employed, followed by the establishment of performance standards. The research sample of 204 participants was divided into three categories based on gender and performance groups. IBM SPSS Statistics, a statistical software program, was used for data analysis. Data normality was assessed for each category using the Shapiro-Wilk test, and graphical verification was conducted using Q-Q plots. Performance standards were created using a quartile-based calculation method, employing a four- point scale with ratings of excellent, good, satisfactory, and unsatisfactory. Results: For performance group C of males, the following standards were established for the deadlift exercise: excellent = 115 kg and above; good = 103 kg and above; satisfactory = 90 kg and above; performances lower than 90 kg are considered unsatisfactory. For...
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Differences in Physical Fitness Level between Preschool Children and Children Attending Gymnastics Training
Pavlatová, Šárka ; Chrudimský, Jan (advisor) ; Vokounová, Šárka (referee)
Title: Differences in Physical Fitness Level between Preschool Children and Children Attending Gymnastics Training Objectives: The aim of this master's thesis is to compare and evaluate the statistical significance of the measured results in the field of physical fitness level in children aged 5-7 years, with one group consisting of girls who attend a gymnastics training program, the other group consisting of children who do not attend the training program. Methods: The measurement is based on a combination of the MCA battery and the Preschool Fitness Test. The data was collected once in kindergartens and gymnastics clubs in the capital city of Prague. A total of 88 children participated in the testing, from which a sample of 35 probands was subsequently selected. The group of girls from sports preparations was represented by 19 girls with an average age of 5.66 years (s.d. = ± 0,25). The group of girls from kindergartens was represented by 17 girls with an average age of 5.73 years (s.d. = ± 0,81). Results: The result is a comparison of basic statistical indicators and an evaluation of statistical significance between a group of gymnasts and girls from kindergarten who engage regularly in organized physical activity. Based on the evaluation of the t-test, statistical significance was found for the...
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Comparison of pupil's physical ability in urban and rural schools
Budková, Kristýna ; Kašpar, Ladislav (advisor) ; Chvostek, Lukáš (referee)
The aim of this study was to compare the physical ability of 7th grade elementary school students in towns and villages in the Nymburk district. Four motor tests were used to assess the student's physical ability: shuttle run 4x10 m, standing broad jump, sit-ups and endurance shuttle run. The theoretical part of the work focused on physical ability, its testing and physical activity. In the research section the study describes, evaluates and compares the data obtained from the physical ability testing of 494 pupils from 10 elementary schools, using the Unifittest point norms 6-60 for the age category of 12 years. The results of investigation showed that the physical ability level of the studied group is below average. However, pupils from urban schools achieved better average results in all four motor tests than pupils from rural schools. The average STB score of urban schools is 18,63 points, while the average STB of pupils in rural schools is 15,61 points. The testing also showed that pupil's endurance abilities were the weakest compared to the other tested disciplines.
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