Analysis of Muscle Strength and Explosive Power of Fencing Athletes in West Kalimantan

Rizki Hazazi Ali; Mimi Haetami; Wiwik Yunitaningrum; Witri Suwanto; Doni Pranata; Alif Daffa Naraya

doi:10.35724/mjpes.v7i4.7462

Rizki Hazazi Ali Physical Education Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Mimi Haetami Physical Education Study Program, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, Indonesia
Wiwik Yunitaningrum Tanjungpura University
Witri Suwanto Tanjungpura University
Doni Pranata Tanjungpura University
Alif Daffa Naraya Tanjungpura University

DOI: https://doi.org/10.35724/mjpes.v7i4.7462

Keywords: Fencing, Strength, Power, West Kalimantan

Abstract

Objectives. This study aimed to analyze the muscle strength and explosive power of fencing athletes in West Kalimantan, with the goal of providing baseline data to support training program development.

Materials and Methods. A total of 16 fencing athletes (9 male and 7 female) who were members of the regional training center (Pelatda) of the Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI) of West Kalimantan Province in preparation for the 2024 PON XX Aceh-Sumut participated in this study. Muscle strength was measured using a handgrip dynamometer, push-pull dynamometer test and leg dynamometer test, while explosive power was assessed through the medicine ball test for the arm power and standing broad jump test for the leg power. Descriptive statistics and t-test were used to analyze athletes’ performance levels based on standardized norms and the differences between gender.

Results. The findings showed that most athletes fell into the low to moderate categories for both muscle strength and explosive power indicators. Male athletes demonstrated higher absolute scores compared to females.

Conclusions. The results indicate that fencing athletes in West Kalimantan require more targeted strength and conditioning programs, particularly focused on strength and explosive power. This study provides initial data for Indonesian fencing athletes and highlights the importance of region-specific research to guide evidence-based training strategies.