Effect Of Peripheral Resistance Training On Certain Specific Physical Abilities And Achievement Of Young Discus Throwers

Abstract

This study aimed to develop strength and explosive power endurance training using added body weights endurance resistance and to identify its effect on specific physical abilities and performance in junior discus throwers. The experimental approach was chosen by the researcher since it was thought to be the most appropriate given the nature of the issue. Ten young athletes made up the sample; they were purposefully split into two groups, experimental and control, each with five athletes.. Training program comprised sixteen training sessions over two months, with two sessions per week. Exercises were conducted using high-intensity interval training with resistance applied to ends of limbs.

The experimental group's pre-test and post-test results revealed statistically significant differences., favoring post-test, in all physical variables arm and leg explosive power and movement speed and performance. Results also demonstrated experimental group's superiority over control group in post-tests. The researcher concluded that use of added weights on limbs contributed to increased mobilization of motor units and development of specific strength, which positively impacted distance achieved. The researcher recommended inclusion of limb resistance training in discus thrower training programs to develop explosive power.