Development of the ability to maintain body balance in dynamic conditions in beginning Sambo wrestlers aged 11-12

Abstract

Aim. The article deals with searching effective methods for the development of balance abilities and maintenance of body balance in young sambo wrestlers. Materials and methods. 28 young sambo wrestlers aged 11-12 participated in the study. All wrestlers belong to weight categories of 46 and 50 kg. The study lasted 1 year. In the training of wrestlers from the experimental group we introduced sets of exercises, contributing to the development of balance abilities and maintenance of body balance. Wrestlers performed these exercises at least 20 minutes during each lesson. To assess balance abilities in static and dynamic conditions, we used the following tests: Stork, balance maintenance on an unstable surface (Board), movement test with rolls, certain wrestling elements (one leg throw). We performed statistical processing of the results using Mann-Whitney U-test. Results. Stroke and Board tests did not reveal any significant differences between groups. In dynamic tests (rolls, throws), we revealed a significant (Р < 0.01) difference in the experimental group. Conclusion. The study demonstrates that targeted exercises may influence substantially the development of balance abilities in young sambo wrestlers. To achieve positive results, it is necessary to perform these exercises at least 20 minutes every day.