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International Journal of Physiology, Nutrition and Physical Education

Impact Factor (RJIF): 5.48

ISSN: 2456-0057

2016, Vol. 1, Issue 2
A comparative study on physical fitness variables of Kho-Kho and Kabaddi players of high school boys of Bangalore South
Author(s): Sandeep U and Udaya Kumar
Abstract:
The objective of the study is to analyse a comparative study on physical fitness variables of kho-kho and kabaddi players of high school boys of Bangalore south Health and physical fitness have a vital role in the life of men from time immemorial. The progress of the Nation lies in the hands of the people, who are healthy and physically fit. Every individual should develop physical fitness for a happy and effective living. In order to get physical fitness one has to involve in physical activities Physically active people have a lower risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and some type of cancer. Despite all the benefits of physical activity, most people in this country are a sedentary. Given that regular physical activity helps people enjoy better health. A desirable level of fitness was accepted at entry level for couple of jobs and professional training. Kabaddi and Kho-Kho players were one such field of endeavour. One of the very important factors responsible for the performance in competitive sports is fitness. Good fitness helps to quick improve in the performance of Kabaddi and Kho-Kho players. The study was taken by the researcher to measure the level of fitness variables of Kabaddi and Kho-Kho players. So the researcher has selected the high school Male Kabaddi and Kho-Kho players of high school boys of Bangalore south. Total 25 Kho-Kho players and 25 Kabaddi players were administered AAHPER Youth Fitness test and find out the level of fitness variables and also find out the mean value of both Kho-Kho and Kabaddi players and standard deviation was done, standard error of the mean and also t-value was done and statistically analysed. They require more fitness compare to other sports. Good physical fitness helps to achieve better performance and attain goal with in minimum time.
Pages: 187-193  |  1849 Views  496 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Sandeep U, Udaya Kumar. A comparative study on physical fitness variables of Kho-Kho and Kabaddi players of high school boys of Bangalore South. Int J Physiol Nutr Phys Educ 2016;1(2):187-193.
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