Effect of 12 Weeks Core Training on Core Muscle Performance in Rhythmic Gymnastics
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Esteban-García, Paula; Jiménez-Díaz, José Fernando; Abián-Vicén, Javier; Bravo-Sánchez, Alfredo; Rubio Arias, Jacobo ÁngelFecha
2021-11-19Resumen
Background: Rhythmic gymnastics performance is characterized by technical elements involving flexibility, aerobic capacity and strength. Increased core strength in rhythmic gymnastics could lead to improved sporting performance. Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of 12 weeks of core muscle training on core muscle performance in rhythmic gymnasts. Methods: A randomized controlled study involving 24 rhythmic gymnastics was conducted. Participants were randomly assigned to a control group (CG; n = 12; age 13.50 ± 3.17 years) or a training group (TG; n = 12; age 14.41 ± 2.35 years). Body composition, isometric strength of trunk, core endurance and core muscle electromyographic activity were measured (EMG) after 12 weeks of core training. Independent sample t-tests were carried out to compare baseline values between groups. A two-way repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) (time × group) was applied. Results: The TG improved body composition, trunk lean mass (...
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strength
muscular activity
electromyography
core endurance test
muscular performance