3 September 30, 2016
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1. Vladimir E. Afonshin, Valery V. Rozhentsov
Technology of Computer-assisted Technical Actions Training in Team Sports
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 72-78.
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2. Bijay Kumar Bhagat, Santanu Patar, Samiran MondalEuropean Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 72-78.
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When computer-assisted training is used the content is provided in a certain order with relatively small portions (steps). When developing training programmes of the basic elements of a hockey stick or ball handling, the number of steps depends on the complexity of the techniques to be trained. Each step of the programme includes introductory, informational, operational and control frames. The introductory frame is a pedagogical task of creating a motivation and an overview of the competitive activity. The informational frame is transfer of theoretical knowledge when studying a particular method of action (explanation, demonstration, repeated and contrast demonstration, demonstration accompanied by simultaneous explanation). The operational frame includes practical drills – the exercises aimed at mastering the action trained. The control frame serves to perform a test to check the quality of the techniques proficiency and the effectiveness of training. The test and drills are performed on the playing ground with computer-controlled light emitters, generating unallowed light dynamic areas to be evaded by an athlete and/or sports implement. These areas emulate counter-players’ actions and while moving, put obstacles on the athlete’s way. The zones are moving following the course of straight lines up to meeting with the boundaries of the training area or among themselves. After colliding, as absolutely elastic bodies, they are moving until colliding again according to the laws of mechanics. The technique training programme is selected, for example, consisting of two basic elements – groundmoves with the subsequent handling of the sports implement. When at the first step, the trainee evaluates the emulated game situation, adjusts his/her speed and technical capacities to the dynamics of unallowed zones movement and then, at the second step, he/she performs the groundmoves. If there are no errors, the diameter and/or the speed of the unallowed zones is increased until the trainee fails to accurately perform the action being trained. Then, having mastered the groundmoves, the trainee learns to perform the second element – passing the implement to one of the fellow trainees. When testing the skill of the action handling, the diameter, the movement speed and the number of the unallowed areas are assigned according to the athlete’s proficiency level.
When computer-assisted training is used the content is provided in a certain order with relatively small portions (steps). When developing training programmes of the basic elements of a hockey stick or ball handling, the number of steps depends on the complexity of the techniques to be trained. Each step of the programme includes introductory, informational, operational and control frames. The introductory frame is a pedagogical task of creating a motivation and an overview of the competitive activity. The informational frame is transfer of theoretical knowledge when studying a particular method of action (explanation, demonstration, repeated and contrast demonstration, demonstration accompanied by simultaneous explanation). The operational frame includes practical drills – the exercises aimed at mastering the action trained. The control frame serves to perform a test to check the quality of the techniques proficiency and the effectiveness of training. The test and drills are performed on the playing ground with computer-controlled light emitters, generating unallowed light dynamic areas to be evaded by an athlete and/or sports implement. These areas emulate counter-players’ actions and while moving, put obstacles on the athlete’s way. The zones are moving following the course of straight lines up to meeting with the boundaries of the training area or among themselves. After colliding, as absolutely elastic bodies, they are moving until colliding again according to the laws of mechanics. The technique training programme is selected, for example, consisting of two basic elements – groundmoves with the subsequent handling of the sports implement. When at the first step, the trainee evaluates the emulated game situation, adjusts his/her speed and technical capacities to the dynamics of unallowed zones movement and then, at the second step, he/she performs the groundmoves. If there are no errors, the diameter and/or the speed of the unallowed zones is increased until the trainee fails to accurately perform the action being trained. Then, having mastered the groundmoves, the trainee learns to perform the second element – passing the implement to one of the fellow trainees. When testing the skill of the action handling, the diameter, the movement speed and the number of the unallowed areas are assigned according to the athlete’s proficiency level.
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Enhancement of Brain Functions During Aging Through Various Exercises: a Review Study
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 79-88.
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3. Anup De, Samiran MondalEuropean Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 79-88.
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Introduction: Decline of brain and mental functions with aging is a natural biological phenomenon. Scientists have engaged themselves to find out the different ways to protect degeneration and enhance brain functions. Regular exercise is one of the potential area. However, there are controversial and inconclusive results which create further interest of research. Aim: To review scientific literature related to exercise effect on brain and mental function during aging. Methods: Searches were conducted through electronic databases- PubMed, Medline, Springer link, Elsevier, and Google Scholar. The searching terms were: brain function (brain function or cognition or memory or processing speed or learning or executive function) and physical exercise (physical exercise or exercise or stretching exercise or strength exercise). Initial search were 11 review studies and 57 randomized control trials. The current study selected 03 review and 08 randomized control trials studies after fulfillment of its requirement. Findings: Long term (>24 weeks) combination exercise (aerobic, strength and stretching) training can improve memory functions and processing speed in elderly people. Aerobic exercise training and strength training together can contribute to the improvement of episodic memory, executive functions and processing speed in healthy elderly people. Memory can be enhanced through aerobic exercise training and also by doing strength exercise training in healthy older adults. Interpretations: Changes in different brain and mental functions may be occurred due to structural and functional variations. The structural changes may include change in the volume of hippocampus, neurogenesis, angiogenesis, and so on. The physiological variations can include brain plasticity, increase in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), enhancement of Default Mode Network (DMN), increase the activity of proteasome and neprilysin. Conclusions: Aging brain and mental functions may be enhanced through regular aerobic exercise training but different exercise has different impact on brain structure and functions.
Introduction: Decline of brain and mental functions with aging is a natural biological phenomenon. Scientists have engaged themselves to find out the different ways to protect degeneration and enhance brain functions. Regular exercise is one of the potential area. However, there are controversial and inconclusive results which create further interest of research. Aim: To review scientific literature related to exercise effect on brain and mental function during aging. Methods: Searches were conducted through electronic databases- PubMed, Medline, Springer link, Elsevier, and Google Scholar. The searching terms were: brain function (brain function or cognition or memory or processing speed or learning or executive function) and physical exercise (physical exercise or exercise or stretching exercise or strength exercise). Initial search were 11 review studies and 57 randomized control trials. The current study selected 03 review and 08 randomized control trials studies after fulfillment of its requirement. Findings: Long term (>24 weeks) combination exercise (aerobic, strength and stretching) training can improve memory functions and processing speed in elderly people. Aerobic exercise training and strength training together can contribute to the improvement of episodic memory, executive functions and processing speed in healthy elderly people. Memory can be enhanced through aerobic exercise training and also by doing strength exercise training in healthy older adults. Interpretations: Changes in different brain and mental functions may be occurred due to structural and functional variations. The structural changes may include change in the volume of hippocampus, neurogenesis, angiogenesis, and so on. The physiological variations can include brain plasticity, increase in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), enhancement of Default Mode Network (DMN), increase the activity of proteasome and neprilysin. Conclusions: Aging brain and mental functions may be enhanced through regular aerobic exercise training but different exercise has different impact on brain structure and functions.
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Improvement of Brain Function through Combined Yogic Intervention, Meditation and Pranayama: A Critical Analysis
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 89-96.
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4. Barbora Novotná, Michaela SlovákováEuropean Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 89-96.
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Background: The practice of yoga includes static and dynamic postures (asanas), breathing manipulations (pranayama) and meditation (dhyana). Yoga is a tool which works in the gross body level to the shuttle mind level. Yoga is a simple and inexpensive health regimen that can be incorporated as an effective adjuvant therapy for the improvement of brain and mental activity. Aim: To review scientific literatures related to yoga practice and brain function. Method: Researchers collected scientific evidences through electronic databases; Pubmed, Embase, Medline, Google Scholar, Google Advance Search, PsycINFO, ROAJ, DOAJR, Web of Science and critically analyzed the entire relevant article according to the nature of this study. Findings: Combined yogic practices improve memory which can influence the academic performance of the students. Meditation practices improve higher level of concentration and consciousness which may reduce the psychic disorder. Pranayama practice may be applied as alternative therapy for reducing stress related diseases Conclusions: Regular yogic practices may improve brain and others neuro cognitive functions.
Background: The practice of yoga includes static and dynamic postures (asanas), breathing manipulations (pranayama) and meditation (dhyana). Yoga is a tool which works in the gross body level to the shuttle mind level. Yoga is a simple and inexpensive health regimen that can be incorporated as an effective adjuvant therapy for the improvement of brain and mental activity. Aim: To review scientific literatures related to yoga practice and brain function. Method: Researchers collected scientific evidences through electronic databases; Pubmed, Embase, Medline, Google Scholar, Google Advance Search, PsycINFO, ROAJ, DOAJR, Web of Science and critically analyzed the entire relevant article according to the nature of this study. Findings: Combined yogic practices improve memory which can influence the academic performance of the students. Meditation practices improve higher level of concentration and consciousness which may reduce the psychic disorder. Pranayama practice may be applied as alternative therapy for reducing stress related diseases Conclusions: Regular yogic practices may improve brain and others neuro cognitive functions.
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The Intervention Movement Programme for Rhythmical Gymnastics and Dance in Practice
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 97-102.
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5. J.P. Verma, J.P. Bhukar, Prasenjeet BiswasEuropean Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 97-102.
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In this contribution the authors present partial results of their research relating to the influence of an intervention movement programme for rhythmical gymnastics and dance on the physical fitness of younger students as well as the verification of physical methods with respect to their appropriateness in practice. This experiment was conducted with fourth grade primary school students. The authors used the Sporttester diagnostics to determine the load intensity on a randomly chosen sample from the experimental group. The results showed that the methods chosen for physical fitness development of younger students were appropriate. The movement programme being tested in practice can be applied at schools.
In this contribution the authors present partial results of their research relating to the influence of an intervention movement programme for rhythmical gymnastics and dance on the physical fitness of younger students as well as the verification of physical methods with respect to their appropriateness in practice. This experiment was conducted with fourth grade primary school students. The authors used the Sporttester diagnostics to determine the load intensity on a randomly chosen sample from the experimental group. The results showed that the methods chosen for physical fitness development of younger students were appropriate. The movement programme being tested in practice can be applied at schools.
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Models in Estimating Fat Percentage in Active Male
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 103-107.
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6. Zerf Mohammed, Mokkedes Moulay Idris, lakhdar Messaliti, Hakim Hamzaoui, Bengoua AliEuropean Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 103-107.
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This study was undertaken to develop different predictive models for the active college males in the age range of 18–24 years. The reference variable was the fat percentage measured with bio-electrical impendence. Five sets of independent models were generated with girth alone, skinfold alone, girth with demographic, skinfold with demographic and all together. Step-wise multiple regression was carried out in each category of variables and the best model from each category was identifies and compared. The analysis revealed that the best model evolved when all the variables were used with a R2 value of 0.797. The model with girth and demographic variables resulted in R2 of 0.793. Since girth is easier to measure, the second model may be used for the estimation in field situation. However, the model demands validation in a larger population.
This study was undertaken to develop different predictive models for the active college males in the age range of 18–24 years. The reference variable was the fat percentage measured with bio-electrical impendence. Five sets of independent models were generated with girth alone, skinfold alone, girth with demographic, skinfold with demographic and all together. Step-wise multiple regression was carried out in each category of variables and the best model from each category was identifies and compared. The analysis revealed that the best model evolved when all the variables were used with a R2 value of 0.797. The model with girth and demographic variables resulted in R2 of 0.793. Since girth is easier to measure, the second model may be used for the estimation in field situation. However, the model demands validation in a larger population.
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The Benefits of Physical Activity for Health and Well-being Case Menopausal Women
European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 108-112.
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7. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 2016, Vol.(13), Is. 3, pp. 108-112.
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Obesity is a global public health issue. Having a BMI over 25 kg/m2 at the start of menopause is a significant risk factor for fatal morbidity. The objectives of this study is to determine the benefits of physical activity on maintaining Body mass index components for health and well-being case menopause. For the propose, a total of 32 menopausal women 16 from them are engaged in planned physical activity, in the opposite of the second group present in this comparative study. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated from weight and height. Blood was withdrawn after an overnight fast from the antecubital vein. Triacylglycerols, total cholesterol and HDL-cholesterol levels in plasma were determined using colorimetric methods and Randox commercial kits. Plasma LDL-cholesterol concentrations were calculated according to the Friedewald formula. Based on them results and the statistical analysis applied, we confirm: There is Strong and significant positive associations between physical fitness and BMI. There is Strong and significant positive associations between BMI and health well-being in benefits of the practice physical activity
Obesity is a global public health issue. Having a BMI over 25 kg/m2 at the start of menopause is a significant risk factor for fatal morbidity. The objectives of this study is to determine the benefits of physical activity on maintaining Body mass index components for health and well-being case menopause. For the propose, a total of 32 menopausal women 16 from them are engaged in planned physical activity, in the opposite of the second group present in this comparative study. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated from weight and height. Blood was withdrawn after an overnight fast from the antecubital vein. Triacylglycerols, total cholesterol and HDL-cholesterol levels in plasma were determined using colorimetric methods and Randox commercial kits. Plasma LDL-cholesterol concentrations were calculated according to the Friedewald formula. Based on them results and the statistical analysis applied, we confirm: There is Strong and significant positive associations between physical fitness and BMI. There is Strong and significant positive associations between BMI and health well-being in benefits of the practice physical activity
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