Nutritional supplement intake knowledge among university active graduates

The purpose of this study is to examine the nutritional supplement intake knowledge among university athletes. Fifty-one university athletes volunteered to participate in this survey study. Results showed the nutritional supplement intake was significantly higher compared to the knowledge that they have about the supplements. Besides that, the performance was significantly greater compared to the supplement intake. To conclude, it is important for the coaches to educate their athletes on the importance and risks of nutritional supplements in order to ensure great performance achieved besides reducing the risks of getting the negative effects of supplements.Keywords: supplement, health, sports, training, knowledg

Acute effects of active isolated stretching on vertical jump performance in active university students

The purpose of the study was to determine the acute effects of active isolated stretching on muscular peak power production. Sixty healthy, physically active volunteers (aged 18-28) participated as subjects in this study. Subjects were randomly assigned to two groups; the control group and the experimental group. Subjects performed pre and posttest measures of vertical jump test. The subjects in the control group were asked to perform a certain number of jumps with no stretching routine, while the subjects in the experimental group were asked to perform a set of jumps with active isolated stretching routine. The results calculated for this study did show to have a statistically significant difference in vertical jump performance between subjects who are put through an active isolated stretching regimen and subjects who do not perform any stretching exercises. Results showed that performing active isolated stretching prior to vertical jump performance resulted in significant drop in jumping height.Keywords: Active isolated stretching; vertical jump performance; stretch-shortening cycl

The assessment of psychomotor domain among reserve officers training team (Palapes)

This study was conducted to determine the level of psychomotor domain among Reserve Officers Training Team (PALAPES) after underwent three years of training module. 105 PALAPES cadet officers were recruited as participants in this study. Co-curriculum index assessments (IPKo) were used to assess psychomotor domain achievement level. Results showed all psychomotor skills were rated only at a ‘good’ and ‘moderate’ level. The skill item showed the highest percentage of 65.7% cadets at ‘good’ level and 34.3% cadets are at ‘moderate’ level with mean value of 3.66. The overall mean of psychomotor skills (physical skills) is at a ‘good’ level of 3.56. Results demonstrate the effectiveness of co-curricular activities involvement among university students in developing psychomotor domains.Keywords: co-curricular, psychomotor, training module, PALAPES, IPK

Fascicle behaviour analysis during forward lunge exercise: the comparisons between training loads

This study was conducted to determine and compare the fascicle behaviour during forward lunge exercise with different loadings lifted. Thirty recreationally active, untrained men (mean age = 21 ± 0.83 years old) were recruited and were assigned to perform forward lunge with 30% 1RM (30FL) and 70% 1RM (70FL) with both their dominant and non-dominant leg. For both dominant and non-dominant leg, results showed that FLmax, FLmin, PAmax and PAmin were all greater during 70FL compared to 30FL, p < 0.001. However, lengthening and shortening velocity were found to be greater during 30FL compared to 70FL, p < 0.05. During both 30FL and 70FL, all the fascicle behaviour variables were found to be greater in the dominant limb compared to non-dominant limb. In conclusion, fascicles were shown to response differently across different loadings executed that might affect the muscle architecture adaptations.Keywords: training loadings, hypertrophy, muscle adaptation, asymmetry, specificit

Kinetics analysis of step and jump forward lunge among badminton players

This study was conducted to determine and compare the kinetics during step forward lunge (SFL) and jump forward lunge (JFL) in badminton. Fifteen university badminton players (mean age = 22.07 ± 1.39 years old) were recruited and were assigned to perform SFL and JFL while holding a badminton racquet using their dominant hand. For both dominant and non-dominant leg, all the force variables during JFL were significantly higher compared to SFL. Results also showed that time to peak force and stance time was significantly shorter during SFL compared to JFL. Besides that, all the forces variables were greater in the dominant limb compared to the non-dominant limb. Time to peak force and stance time were also shorter in dominant limb compared to the non-dominant limb. To conclude, coaches and athletes need to be aware of the mechanical demands during both lunge method and the assymetries that exist in terms of force production between both sites of limbs.Keywords: concentric; eccentric; impact; force; asymmetry

Lower limb kinematics analysis during roundhouse kick among novices in muay thai

This study was conducted to examine the lower limb kinematics during roundhouse kick inMuayThai. Fifteen MuayThai novices (mean age = 21.52 ± 1.09 years old) with 2-3 monthsexperiences in MuayThai training were recruited and were asked to perform roundhouse kickfor each side of legs (dominant and non-dominant). Joint angles and velocity between thedominant and non-dominant lower limb were compared during both strikes. Dominant lowerlimb were shown to have greater hip flexion velocity, knee flexion velocity, ankle upward andlateral velocity compared to the non-dominant lower limb. Results demonstrated theasymmetries between dominant and non-dominant sides of lower limbs existed duringroundhouse kick among novices in MuayThai.Keywords: asymmetry, attacking strike, joint angle, velocity, novice

The effects of small-sided games versus traditional training on physical fitness and skills among Under-12 hockey players

Background and Study Aim Despite many evidence showed the effectiveness of small sided games (SSG) to be included in sport training programs, majority of the study was done in soccer, while is very limited in hockey. The purpose of this study was to determine and compare the effects of small, sided games and traditional training on physical fitness components (cardiovascular endurance, power, speed) and skills (dribbling, hitting, passing) among Under-12 hockey players. Material and Methods a total of 36 primary schools’ male students aged below 12 that represent their district were randomly divided into three groups: i) 3x3, ii) 4x4 and iii) traditional training (TT). The yo-yo test (cardiovascular endurance), standing long jump test (power) and 30m sprint test (speed) were conducted to measure level of physical fitness performance while the skills of the players was tested based on the skills of dribbling, hitting and passing. Pre- and post-tests were conducted on all fitness and skill level before and after 8-week intervention period. Mixed between within analysis of variances (ANOVA) was used to analyze the differences in physical fitness and skills performance between and within the three groups. Results The results of this study showed all groups managed to improve their physical fitness and skills in the post test. However, the 3x3 and 4x4 SSG have better improvement compared to TT in physical fitness while no significant differences were found in skills tests. Conclusions in conclusion, SSG interventions were found to be more effective in improving physical fitness but not in terms of skills. Coaches are encouraging to implement SSG in their training program in order to improve both physical and skills among hockey players

Validity and realibility of Badminton Reactive Agility Tests System (Brats) to measure changes of direction speed and reactive agility performance

The aim of this study was to determine the validity and reliability of Badminton Reactive Agility Tests System (BRATS) to measure changes of direction speed (CODS) and reactive agility (RA) performance. Next, the effectiveness and strength of BRATS were measured through questionnaires and Methodological Triangulation. The researcher adapted the quantitative approach through descriptive analysis and statistical test using parametric test analysis in this research. The population of the study involves 55 male badminton players under 15 years old and their coaches in Skudai district, Johor Bahru. Findings of this research revealed that the validity and reliability of BRATS are high. BRATS obtained a high value in Methodological Triangulation, thus making it an effective tool. In conclusion, BRATS is an instrument that are capable of assessing badminton as a whole based on CODS and RA aspects. Detailed concepts of badminton players are implemented in BRATS to ensure that lessons can be evaluated holistically. The implication of this study is to produce BRATS that are able to assess badminton players' CODS and RA performances