How Fast are Junior Karateka Athlate

Abstract

The low speed of karate athletes is a problem that must be addressed immediately. Speed is very important for karate athletes so that they can do attacks and dodge quickly. In the real match, the karateka will perform their all ability including strikes using their foot. The striking speed is important to get a good point for winning in a big competition. This study aims to determine the general speed level of West Sumatra junior karate athletes. Survey research was conducted to see how the speed level of the West Sumatran junior karate athletes who will compete in the national championship is described. The population in this study was all junior karate athletes, totaling 20 people. The sampling technique in this study used a census technique so that the entire population was used as a sample. The athlete's speed data was obtained by using the stair step test. After the athlete's speed data were obtained, the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results of this study indicate that the level of speed possessed by West Sumatran junior karate athletes is in a sufficient category. So that the coaches and administrators are expected to be able to provide speed training in the future to optimize karateka athlete performance.