Volume 13 | Issue 4

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of speed training and combination training on Speed Parameters of football players, sixty women college football players were selected as subjects from Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu, India. The age of the subjects ranged from 17 to 22 years the selected subjects were divided into three groups of twenty each. Group I underwent speed Training (STG), Group II underwent combination of speed and aerobic training (CTG) were given for three alternate days in a week for a period of twelve weeks. Group III acted as Control Group (CG). The subjects underwent. The speed training, and combination of speed and aerobic trainings, the data collected from the four groups before and after the experimental period The Acceleration speed was measured using 30 m acceleration sprint test, the collected data were statistically examined for significant improvement by dependent 't' test, The initial means and to test the adjusted posttest means for significant differences among the groups, the analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was used. Whenever the 'F' ratio for adjusted posttest means was found to be significant, the Scheffe's test was followed as a post hoc test to determine which of the paired means difference was significant, the result shows that the statistical results showing that there was a significant improvement due to the effect of the STG, CTG on selected variable Acceleration speed when compared to the CG. There would be significant differences on improvement of Acceleration speed among the STG, and CTG and CG and It was concluded that combination of training programs group is better than speed training, and control groups in improving Acceleration speed of women footballers.

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Speed Training, Acceleration Speed, Football, Aerobic Training

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The intention of the present study was to find out the effect of repeated sprint training on selected speed performances among Athletes (Stride length and Stride frequency). Thirty (30) male athletes were ranged from aged 20 to 25 years were randomly selected from Anna Stadium, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu State. They selected subjects (30 male sprinters) have been randomly divided into two equal groups namely Repeated sprint training (RST) group (RSTG) (N=15) and Control Group (CG) (N=15). Six weeks repeated sprint training (RST) programme has been formulated to see the effectiveness of given training programme on Stride length and Stride frequency of male athletes. The Stride length has been tested by 'Stride Length Test (10m Marking Method) and Stride frequency has been tested by Stride Frequency Test (5-Second Sprint Method) on before the training starts and after completion of six weeks repeated sprint training (RST) programme. Significant positive changes occur in Stride length and stride frequency has been found by analysing and comparing the pre-test and post-test score through paired sample 't' test and ANCOVA among the male athletes of RSTG and CG. So, this study was concluded that six weeks of repeated sprint training (RST) programme was shown effective in the improvement of Stride length and Stride frequency among male athletes. However, the control group had not shown any significant positive changes on Stride length and Stride frequency while because they were not engaged to participated in to any specific training programme apart from their routine works.

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Repeated sprint training (RST), Stride Length, Stride Frequency, Speed Performance, Athletes

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The participation of Indian women in sports has witnessed a significant transformation over the years. From being restricted by social and cultural barriers to achieving international recognition, Indian female athletes have played a crucial role in shaping the country's sporting landscape. This paper explores the historical evolution of women's participation in Indian sports, examining key milestones, policy interventions, societal perceptions, and the challenges that persist. By analyzing the impact of government initiatives, institutional support, and the growing influence of global sporting movements, this study highlights the progress made and the areas that require further development.

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Indian Women, Sports, History, Government Policies, Gender Equality, Challenges

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The aim of the study was to find out the impact of Pathanjali yoga practices on flexibility and BMI variables among volleyball players. Fifteen women volleyball players from St. Mary's College, Thoothukudi, aged between 18 and 23 years, participated as subjects. The participants underwent yoga training (Group-I) with the experimental group practicing Pathanjali yoga three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) for eight weeks. These sessions were held in the evenings and Group II acted as control (CG) Pathanjali yoga practices served as the independent variable, while flexibility and BMI were the dependent variables. Flexibility was assessed using the sit-and-reach test (measured in cm), and BMI was calculated using the formula BMI=Weight (kg)/Height (m)2 with height and weight measured using a wall-mounted stadiometer and a weighing machine, respectively. The study adopted a pre-test and post-test experimental design. Data were collected from participants both before and after the training period and analyzed using a paired sample t-test. The findings demonstrated a significant improvement in flexibility and BMI variables, attributed to the Pathanjali yoga practices among the volleyball players.

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Volleyball, Patanjali Yoga Practices, flexibility, BMI

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Optimal athletic performance hinges on a delicate balance between rigorous training and effective recovery. This presentation explores the critical interplay between nutrition and sleep in facilitating athletic recovery, highlighting their synergistic roles in muscle repair, energy replenishment, and inflammation reduction. While training demands are paramount, the importance of recovery is often undervalued. This paper delves into the specific nutritional strategies that enhance sleep quality and promote physiological recovery. By examining the roles of macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, alongside key micronutrients such as magnesium, vitamin D, and antioxidants, we reveal how targeted dietary choices can optimize recovery timelines. Furthermore, we investigate the impact of sleep-promoting foods, including tryptophan-rich sources and complex carbohydrates, on restorative sleep. Emphasizing the significance of nutrient timing post-exercise and pre-sleep, this presentation provides athletes with actionable insights to maximize recovery, minimize soreness, and enhance overall performance. Ultimately, understanding and implementing these nutritional and sleep-focused strategies empowers athletes to achieve peak performance through a holistic approach to recovery.

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Athletic Recovery, Sports Nutrition, Sleep Quality, Muscle Repair, Nutrient Timing, Micronutrients

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The present study examines the impact of Hatha yoga practices on selected physiological variables among adult men. A group of participants underwent a structured Hatha yoga training program over a specific duration. Various physiological parameters, including heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure, were assessed pre- and post-intervention. The study employed statistical tools to analyse the data, revealing significant improvements in key physiological aspects. The findings highlight the potential of Hatha yoga as a holistic approach to improving health and wellness. Additionally, the study underscores the importance of regular yoga practice in mitigating risks associated with sedentary lifestyles and cardiovascular diseases.

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The rapid proliferation of mobile gaming has significantly influenced various aspects of student life, particularly in hostel environments. This study aims to explore the impact of mobile gaming participation on the mental health of hostel students. The research focuses on assessing anxiety, depression, and stress levels using the DASS-21 scale among 200 hostel girls from Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (MS University). Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, and statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA to determine the relationship between mobile gaming participation and mental health indicators. The findings are expected to shed light on how mobile gaming affects students' psychological well-being and provide insights into the balance between gaming as a recreational activity and its potential negative effects. The study's outcomes may contribute to developing effective strategies for promoting healthier gaming habits among students.

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Mobile Gaming, Mental Health, Anxiety, Depression, Stress

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Entrepreneurship is recognized as a crucial driving force for the competitiveness of the sports industry and its socioeconomic impact on society. The sports industry presents a diverse array of career opportunities for individuals who are passionate about sports, business, and innovation. Entrepreneurs are individuals who establish, organize, and manage businesses, constantly seeking innovative solutions and new opportunities. A sports entrepreneur specifically applies entrepreneurial principles within the sports industry. This encompasses launching sports-related businesses, developing innovative sports products or services, or introducing novel concepts within established sports organizations. Sports entrepreneurship is a rapidly growing field, with new opportunities emerging across various sectors. This study aims to provide insights into the evolving landscape of sports entrepreneurship, emphasizing its current trends and forecasting developments for the coming decade.

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Entrepreneur, Sports Entrepreneurship, Sports Industry

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This study highlights the benefits of Yoga and fitness is integral components of a holistic approach to health and well-being. This research paper explores the role of yoga and physical fitness in enhancing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The study examines the physiological and psychological benefits of yoga, compares it with conventional fitness regimes, and discusses its application in preventive and therapeutic healthcare. Furthermore, the paper highlights the importance of integrating yoga into modern fitness programs to promote a balanced lifestyle.

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Yoga, Fitness, Holistic Health, Well-being, Physical Fitness, Mental Health

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Flexibility and agility are critical components for enhancing athletic performance, especially in sports like handball that require quick directional changes and a wide range of motion. The present study investigates the effect of flexibility and agility training on the performance of female handball players. The objective of the study is to analyze how a structured training program can improve the flexibility and agility levels of female handball athletes. A group of female handball players was subjected to a six-week training regimen, and their pre-test and post-test performances were measured using standard fitness assessment protocols. The results indicate a significant improvement in both flexibility and agility, highlighting the effectiveness of the training protocol. This research emphasizes the importance of targeted training programs in optimizing athletic performance.

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Flexibility, Agility, Handball Players

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Yogic sciences, deeply rooted in ancient traditions, have gained significant recognition in modern sports and sports sciences. This paper explores the role of yoga in enhancing athletic performance, injury prevention, mental resilience, and recovery. With the increasing demand for holistic approaches in sports training, yogic practices such as asanas, pranayama, and meditation have emerged as essential components in athlete conditioning. This study also highlights the multidisciplinary aspect of yoga, integrating it with biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and rehabilitation sciences. By examining recent trends and scientific evidence, this paper underscores the importance of yogic sciences in the evolving landscape of sports and sports sciences.

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Yoga, sports sciences, athlete performance, multidisciplinary approach, mental resilience, injury prevention, recovery

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The purpose of the study was to find out the effect of aqutic training on inspiratory reserve volume and expiratory reserve volume among preadolescent boys. To achieve the purpose of this study, 30 preadolescent boys were randomly selected as subjects from Thoothukudi District, Tamilnadu, India. Their age were ranged from 12 to 14 years. The selected members were randomly separated into two groups such as group 'I' undertook yogic training (n=15) and group 'II' acted as control group (n-15). Group 'I' underwent aquatic training for six days in a week and one session per day and each session lasted for 45 minutes for nine weeks. Group 'II' was not exposed to any specific training but they were participated in regular activities. The data on inspiratory and expiratory reserve volume were collected by administering with Wet Spiro meter. The pre and post-tests data were collected on selected criterion variables prior to and immediately after the training programme. The pre and post-test scores were statistically surveyed by the dependent 't' test and Analysis of Co-Variance (ANCOVA) for each and every selected variable unconnectedly. It was concluded that the Aquatic training group had shown significantly improved in inspiratory and expiratory reserve volume. However, the control group had not shown any significant improvement on any of the selected variables such as inspiratory and expiratory reserve volume.

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Aquatic Training, Inspiratory Reserve Volume, Expiratory Reserve Volume

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The intention of the present study was to find out the influence of high impact lower body jump training on vertical jump and horizontal jumping performance among basketball players. Twenty (20) male basketball players were ranged from aged 16 to 18 years were randomly selected from MDT Hindu College Higher Secondary School, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu State. They selected subjects have been randomly divided into two equal groups namely High impact lower body jump training Group (HIHILBJTG) (N=10) and Control Group (CG) (N=10). Six weeks high impact lower body jump training programme has been formulated to see the effectiveness of given training programme on vertical jump and horizontal jump of basketball players. The vertical jump and horizontal jump has been tested by 'sarjent vertical jump test and standing board jump test on before the training starts and after completion of six weeks high impact lower body jump training programme. Significant positive changes occurs in vertical jump and horizontal jump has been found by analysing and comparing the pre-test and post-test score through paired sample 't' test and ANCOVA among the basketball players of HILBJTG and CG. So this study was concluded that six weeks of high impact lower body jump training programme was shown effective in the improvement of vertical jump and horizontal jump among basketball players. However the control group had not shown any significant positive changes on vertical jump and horizontal jump while because they were not engaged to participated in to any specific training programme apart from their routine works.

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High Impact Lower Body Jump Training, Vertical Jump, Horizontal Jump, Basketball Players

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This paper explores the multifaceted role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in teaching physical education and sports, examining its potential to enhance instructional effectiveness, personalised training, and student engagement. AI tools such as connected PE and Kinovea support teachers by providing customised workout plans, motion analysis, and real-time feedback, optimizing training programs and improving performance. The study investigates how AI can be involved in teaching PE, its role in supporting teacher activities, and the actual AI tools that facilitate these processes. Additionally, it delves into the future of teaching through AI-driven smart transformations, which enable data-driven decision-making and personalized learning experiences. This research aims to equip educators with insights into the transformative potential of AI in physical education, fostering dynamic, inclusive, and effective learning environments.

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Artificial Intelligence, Physical Education, Personalized Training, Motion Analysis

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Back pain is increasingly common among youth due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and lack of physical activity. This study explores the key causes of back pain among young individuals and evaluates the role of sports activities and exercise in its prevention and management. A descriptive research design was adopted, with a sample size of 250 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire, focusing on demographic details, back pain prevalence, awareness of preventive measures, and exercise habits. Findings indicate that prolonged sitting, incorrect posture, and lack of physical activity are primary contributors to back pain. However, regular engagement in strength training, stretching, aerobic exercises, and posture correction methods significantly reduces spinal discomfort. The study suggests integrating ergonomic awareness, movement breaks, and structured exercise programs into daily routines to prevent and manage back pain effectively.

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Back Pain, Youth Health, Physical Activity, Ergonomics, Posture Correction, Strength Training, Stretching, Aerobic Exercises, Preventive Measures, Ergonomic Awareness

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Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in Indian philosophy, has gained worldwide recognition for its profound impact on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. This paper presents a theoretical framework that explains how yoga contributes to holistic health and wellness. The framework integrates physiological, psychological, and spiritual dimensions, highlighting the role of yoga in disease prevention, stress reduction, and overall well-being. By analyzing traditional yogic principles and their scientific basis, this article provides a structured approach to understanding yoga's role in promoting holistic health.

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The present investigation of the study was to find out the high intensity training influence on speed attribute of inter collegiate athletes (sprinters). For this study aimed to fulfill the purpose twenty (n=20) athletes (sprinter) of male gender were arbitrarily selected as volunteer participants who are all studying under the affiliated colleges of Manonmaniam Sundaranar State University located at Tirunelveli District of Tamilnadu state in India. Their age ranged from 18 to 22 years. The selected participants were randomly divided into two groups such as Group 'I' underwent high intensity interval training (n=10) and Group 'II' acted as control group (n-10). Group-1 underwent high intensity interval training for five days and one session per day and each session lasted for 60 minutes for six week period. The second group-2 did not allowing any other contrast or complex training on bar with experimental first group-1 other than the regular activities. Collected data from all participants prior to the start of the examination and after the completion of post examination which was administering by 50m dash test. All data administrated values were statistically examined by using the dependent-'t' test and Analysis of co-variance (ANCOVA) for each and every selected variable separately. From the results of the study the investigator coming to conclude that the high intensity interval training volunteer participant group better significant improvement on speed attribute, but the other second one fails to shown the improvement on compare with investigated first group.

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High Intensity Interval Training, Speed, Athletes, Sprinters

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Sand surfaces can offer a higher energy cost (EC) and lower impact training stimulus compared with firmer and more traditional team sport training venues such as grass. This review aims to summarise the existing research on sand training, with a specific focus on its application as a team sports training venue. Compared with grass, significant physiological and biomechanical differences are associated with sand exercise. The aim of this study was to the impact of sand training for endurance among kho kho players. Twenty Male athletes between the age of 18 to 23 years were taken for the study. The Six Weeks endurance training program for experimental group got which a lot of sand running on alternate days and controlled group was given general coaching of players. The Pre test and Post test were conducted through Cooper test for each team to the impact of sand running. This study shows that the sand running has increase the endurance among the Experimental group of khokho players. This sand running is benefit for the endurance development of khokho players.

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Sand Running, Endurance, Cooper Test

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This paper investigates the relationship between participation in team sports and the mental health and well-being of college women, with an emphasis on how team sports can serve as a pathway to resilience. Previous studies have established the importance of physical activity in promoting mental health, but the role of team sports in fostering social support, emotional well- being, and resilience in female college students remains underexplored. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, this paper aims to highlight the positive impacts of team sports participation, focusing on the development of coping skills, emotional regulation, and the enhancement of self-esteem and social connections. The study will use statistical analysis to assess the benefits of team sports in promoting resilience and mental health in college women, providing actionable insights for policymakers and campus wellness programs.

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Mental health, human being, women, Resilience and sports

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This study investigates the effects of Mobility Training (HIIMT) on joint range of motion (ROM) and flexibility among young women. The research employed a pre-test/post-test experimental design involving 30 participants aged 20-23 years, divided equally into an experimental and control group. The experimental group underwent an 8-week MT intervention while the control group followed their usual physical routine. Flexibility and ROM were assessed using a goniometer, sit-and-reach test, and other validated tools. Results demonstrated significant improvements in joint mobility and flexibility in the MT group compared to the control group (p < 0.05). The findings suggest that MT is an effective method for enhancing flexibility and joint function in young women.

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High Intensity, Mobility, Flexibility, Range of Motion

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