Original scientific paper
The Impact of Dance-Aerobics Training on the Morpho-Motor Status in Female High-Schoolers
Janez Štalec
Ratko Katić
Đurđa Podvorac
Darko Katović
Abstract
The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of special programmed physical education including dance, aerobics
and rhythmic gymnastics on the development of motor and functional abilities and morphological characteristics of female
fourth-grade high-schoolers in Zagreb. A total sample of 220 high-schoolers aged 16–18 years were divided into
two groups: experimental group of 115 students attending the program composed of dance structures and aerobics, and
control group of 105 students attending classic program of physical education. A set of 3 morphological variables, 6 motor
variables and one functional variable were applied in both groups on three occasions during an academic year (initial,
transient and final measurements). Two-factor analysis of variance (MANOVA repeated measure design) showed
the experimental program to significantly influence the development of coordination/agility and specific rhythm coordination,
functional aerobic ability, repetitive and explosive strength and flexibility, along with significant reduction of
overweight and adipose tissue. Study results clearly indicate that the existing programs of physical education should be
revised and replaced by more appropriate ones.
Keywords
physical education; dance; aerobics; morpho-motor status; female
Hrčak ID:
27331
URI
Publication date:
4.1.2007.
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