Gender Differences in the Level of Achievement of Gymnastic and Acrobatic Skills

Ramos, María Alejandra Ávalos; Vega-Ramírez, Lilyan

doi:10.3390/ijerph17197216

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“…Increasing the range of motion (ROM) through stretch training is applied in a wide field of sports practice (Angioi, Metsios, Koutedakis, & Wyon, 2009;Ávalos-Ramos & Vega-Ramírez, 2020;Cejudo et al, 2020b), injury prevention (Backman & Danielson, 2011;Gergley, 2013;Padua et al, 2019), and rehabilitation (Kim, Kim, Kim, & Kim, 2018). However, apart from known increases in ROM, the literature shows conflicting results regarding the acute effects on strength capacity which are possibly linked to difficulties in the quantification of the stretching stimulus.…”

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Acute effects of long-lasting stretching and strength training on maximal strength and flexibility in the calf muscle

Warneke

Wohlann

Lohmann

et al. 2022

Ger J Exerc Sport Res

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The so-called “stretch-induced force deficit” is known from a large amount of research. There are many theories trying to explain the stretch-induced force deficit and increases in the range of motion (ROM) which all offer a stretch training-specific explanation. However, when performing a commonly used strength training session, a reduced maximum strength (MSt) capacity can be assumed as well. Based on this, the aim of the study is to investigate the tension-induced force deficit due to a suprathreshold strength or stretching training stimulus. Therefore, 71 participants (age: 24.1 ± 4.2 years, height: 176.3 ± 5.7 cm, weight: 74.1 ± 7.5 kg) were divided into three groups: static stretching group (SST), strength training group (STR), and control group (CG). To investigate possible mechanical tension-induced force deficits, SST performed a long-lasting static stretching intervention for 1 h using an orthosis, while STR executed a common strength training intervention (5 × 12 repetition) for the plantar flexors. The results show a significant reduction of measured MSt as well as increased ROM for both SST and STR following the interventions. Consequently, we found similar acute effects of stretching and strength training regarding MSt and flexibility. We conclude that the decreased MSt capacities can possibly be attributed to mechanical tension-induced damage of the muscle that is not linked to a specific training method. The improvements in flexibility found in both intervention groups might be attributed to warm up effects when inducing high mechanical tension to large ankle joint angles.

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Acute effects of long-lasting stretching and strength training on maximal strength and flexibility in the calf muscle

Warneke

Wohlann

Lohmann

et al. 2022

Ger J Exerc Sport Res

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“…Gymnastic skills are complex and require very good neuromuscular coordination as well as longer training time and a lot of experience to master them. It has been shown that gymnastics can become an instrument for enhancing the motor skills of children and adolescents, but this is a longlasting endeavour, an aspect that needs to be taken into account (Ávalos-Ramos & Vega-Ramiréz, 2020).…”

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Study Concerning the Improvement of Coordination Abilities in Junior Female Gymnasts Aged 10-12

Tanasă

Moraru

Trofin

et al. 2022

RREM

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Coordination abilities have a considerable influence on the acquisition and improvement of specific elements and their stability. They enable the execution of motor acts in various conditions with high efficiency and determine the performance of movements in optimal conditions. The main purpose of this research was to highlight the most appropriate means of training that would lead to improved balance and general coordination among junior female gymnasts aged 10-12. The study was conducted on a sample of 13 female gymnasts between September 2020 and January 2021. The tests applied were the following: Flamingo test, Standing static balance test, and Matorin test. The training programs included means for improving balance and general coordination, namely: maintaining the body in static positions on a small support surface, maintaining body stability in balance positions, maintaining body balance while performing acrobatic elements, and changing body positions depending on the working level. The results were interpreted using the ANOVA test and t-test. The Flamingo test indicated a significant change in results, with t = 19.13 (p ˂ 0.0001); in the Standing static balance test, the value improved, with t = 10.58 (p ˂ 0.0001); the results in the Matorin test recorded significant progress, with F = 6.854 (p ˂ 0.0001). Given the results obtained, it can be stated that the training programs applied to junior female gymnasts have proven to be effective tools for improving the coordination abilities analyzed in this study.

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Reducing Gender Stereotypes and Promoting Gender Equality in the Physical Education Lesson – A Systematic Review Analysis

Păuțu,

Bota,

Petracovschi

2024

Studia UBB Educatio Artis Gymn.

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Introduction: The teacher has a very important role in making students aware of the importance of physical education and sports classes and has a decisive role in building the fundamental bases of gender equality. For this reason, teachers must support and encourage the reduction of gender stereotypes developed over the years in Romania, as well as implement diversified methods and techniques to homogenize the group from an early age. The purpose of this study is to analyse how gender inequalities were removed in other countries by specialists and what measures were taken by them. Identifying the methods and strategies applicable to the class in order to implement gender equality. Method: Using the systematic review method, a number of 420 articles were initially identified. After establishing the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a number of 20 articles were retained for analysis. Discussions: Gender differences are found in all fields, but they are more pronounced in physical education lessons. Gender stereotypes in the physical education lesson have a close connection with the attitude of the students, with the strategies and perceptions of the teachers and last but not least, with the prejudices of the parents. Conclusions: The following studies regarding gender differences should target the attitudes and conceptions of parents and teachers, but also the way in which they are reflected in the students’ actions later in the lessons. Keywords: gender, stereotype, physical education.

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Gender Differences in the Level of Achievement of Gymnastic and Acrobatic Skills

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Acute effects of long-lasting stretching and strength training on maximal strength and flexibility in the calf muscle

Acute effects of long-lasting stretching and strength training on maximal strength and flexibility in the calf muscle

Study Concerning the Improvement of Coordination Abilities in Junior Female Gymnasts Aged 10-12

Reducing Gender Stereotypes and Promoting Gender Equality in the Physical Education Lesson – A Systematic Review Analysis

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