Biomechanics and anthropometry in karate-do. current vision of applied sports sciences

Abstract

The objective of the research was to analyze the physical, somatotypical and motor conditions of the karate fighters of the EIDE of Cienfuegos through anthropometric and biomechanical studies to increase performance and prevent injuries in the years 2021 and 2022. The primary source of information was the base of data available in the Department of Kinanthropometry of the Institute of Sports Medicine of Cienfuegos. The results show that there is a need to delve into Anthropometry and sciences applied to sports, particularly those linked to Sports biomechanics. However, the publications referring to Martial Arts, particularly Karate-do, are still limited. The objective of this review is to contextualize Anthropometry and Sports Biomechanics as necessary tools to focus on the limitations of the Mawashi Geri technique, based on the relationship between anthropometric and biomechanical studies, the technique can be perfected and the risk of injuries reduced. Therefore, it is necessary to find a proposal that provides new anthropometric data that can be used for biomechanical studies and medical control of sports training in karate fighters from Cienfuegos.