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Objectives: The primary aim of this study was to assess the impact of Elastic and Battle Rope Training physiological and physical indicators among athletes participating in individual sports. Methods: An experimental design was employed, involving 40 participants from Al-Adalah in Saudi Arabia. Participants were divided into two groups: the experimental group (n = 20; age: 17.20 ± 0.72 years; height: 169.60 ± 1.67 cm; weight: 68.60 ± 1.99 kg; training experience: 5.30 ± 0.47 years) and the control group (n = 20; age: 17.30 ± 0.73 years; height: 169.80 ± 1.70 cm; weight: 68.65 ± 2.08 kg; training experience: 5.40 ± 0.50 years). Physical performance was evaluated using the Sit-Up Test, Plank Test, and Medicine Ball Test, while physiological assessments included measurements of heart rate (HR) and blood pressure, conducted with a Beurer blood pressure monitor (model Bc28 | 57144). The training program was administered over 8 weeks, comprising three sessions each week. Results: The findings revealed significant improvements in heart rate and systolic blood pressure (SBP), with p-values indicating statistical significance (p < 0.05; p = 0.001) favoring the experimental group at post-intervention assessments. Furthermore, substantial enhancements were observed in physical performance metrics, as indicated by the Sit-Up Test, Plank Test, and Medicine Ball Test, also achieving statistical significance (p = 0.001). The experimental group outperformed the control group, with improvement rates ranging from 3.03% to 27.33% (p = 0.001). Conclusions: The results affirm that Elastic and Battle Rope Training constitutes an effective training approach for athletes engaged in individual sports. Future research should investigate the influence of such training on biochemical parameters like lactic acid and hemoglobin levels, as these metrics are pivotal in comprehending the body's response to rigorous training and subsequent recovery capability. Additionally, further studies should explore the impact of these training modalities on the psychological traits of athletes, such as motivation, psychological endurance, and coping mechanisms under stress, which are crucial determinants of athletic performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
