The Effect of Multidirectional Agility Training on Developing Some Motor and Skill Abilities in Rhythmic Gymnastics Players
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https://doi.org/10.25130/sc.2026.17.1.22Keywords:
- Multidirectional Agility - Motor Abilities - Skill Performance - Rhythmic Gymnastics.Abstract
This study aimed to identify the effect of multidirectional agility training on developing some motor abilities and skill performance among rhythmic gymnastics players. The researcher employed the experimental method using a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The research sample consisted of (6) players from the College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences team at the University of Samarra for the academic year (2025–2026), The motor abilities and their appropriate tests were determined based on experts’ opinions. The selected abilities included agility, coordination, balance, and flexibility. A set of standardized tests was used to measure these abilities, in addition to evaluating the skill performance of selected rhythmic gymnastics skills through a specialized judging panel, A training program based on multidirectional agility exercises was implemented for (8) weeks, with (3) training sessions per week. The training intensity ranged between (70%–90%) according to the principle of progressive overload, The results revealed statistically significant differences between the pre- and post-tests in favor of the post-tests across all motor ability variables. Furthermore, there was a significant improvement in the skill performance of the studied skills. These improvements are attributed to the effectiveness of the training program in enhancing neuromuscular coordination, dynamic balance, and movement response speed, as well as improving the integration between motor skills, The study concluded that multidirectional agility training is an effective training method for developing motor abilities and skill performance in rhythmic gymnastics players due to its role in improving movement efficiency and neuromuscular adaptation. The researcher recommends incorporating this type of training into training programs, emphasizing sport-specific training that simulates actual performance, and conducting further studies on different samples and age groups.
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