Essays about: "competitive athletes"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 30 essays containing the words competitive athletes.

1. 21. The effect of Post activation potentiation on triceps brachii and latissimus dorsi on the aerobic performance of elite freestyle swimmers

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för ekonomi, teknik och naturvetenskap

   Author : Madeleine Eriksson; [2017]
   Keywords : Post activation potentiation; swimming; aerobic; V4-speed;

   Abstract : Background: Competitive swimming is a sport that require high muscle strength to overcome the forces in the water. A phenomenon called post activation potentiation (PAP) is known to acutely increase power output. PAP can be defined as an increase in muscle performance after muscle contraction. READ MORE

3. 22. Determination of biomechanical key parameters in women’s long jump - An analysis of Swedish elite athletes in a competitive setting

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för kost- och idrottsvetenskap

   Author : Mikael Gustafsson; Daniel Zärnblom; [2015-08-10]
   Keywords : Biomechanics; Technique; Women long jump; 2-D cinematography;

   Abstract : Längdhoppsteknik har undersökts i ett flertal studier där både elitidrottare testats och olika modeller skapats för att kunna bestämma den optimala tekniken. Studier som undersöker kvinnliga längdhoppare är dock få och det råder dessutom ingen konsensus kring vilka variabler som är mest viktiga för en optimal längdhoppsprestation. READ MORE

4. 23. Developing young female football players' physique : Description of a 3 year model - PROJECT97

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för idrottsvetenskap (ID)

   Author : Johanna Sjögren; [2014]
   Keywords : Periodization of training; strength training; young athletes;

   Abstract : Introduction: The present study describes a 3 year model for physical training of young female football players. The aim was to investigate and describe how systematical training based upon The Spinal Engine Theory and periodisation of training over time could increase the players’ physical statues, hence prepare them for increased loading over time associated with elite football. READ MORE

5. 24. Perceived factors influencing athletic performance across career stages

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för hälsa och välfärd

   Author : Kubiak Claudia; [2013]
   Keywords : Athletic achievement; athletic career; athletic experience; competitive sports; peak performance;

   Abstract : The objectives in the study were to examine: (1) factors that contributes to successful athletic performance across career stages; (2) factors that contributes to poor athletic performance across career stages. The theoretical frameworks included: model of psychological preparation for peak performance (Hardy, Jones, & Gould, 1996); the developmental model on transitions faced by athletes (Wylleman & Lavallee, 2004). READ MORE

6. 25. Moldovan, I. (2011). The fire that burns from within: Tales of legendary Swedish table tennis players

   University essay from Sektionen för hälsa och samhälle (HOS)

   Author : Moldovan Istvan; [2011]
   Keywords : achievement motivation; career transition; elite athletes; self-determination; table tennis; bordtennis; elitidrott; karriärövergångar; prestationsmotivation; self-determination;

   Abstract : The purpose of this study was to investigate the dynamics of motivational forces in career stages in legendary table tennis players. Participants invited for this study were two highly recognized Swedish table tennis players who achieved major titles during their competitive career. READ MORE