The effect of interval training on some physical abilities and the performance of the straight forward aerial flip skill on the floor exercises mat

Abstract

The study aimed to prepare exercises with interval training to develop some physical abilities and the skill of the forward aerial flip straight on the floor movement mat. The researcher used the experimental method by designing a single group for the pre- and post-tests in order to suit the nature of the problem to be solved. The research community was represented by young gymnastics players who train at the specialized training center in Nasiriyah, numbering (8) players aged (12) years and under. The researcher prepared exercises using the interval training method aimed at developing explosive ability and speed, which affects some physical abilities and skills among the players. These exercises were distinguished by their contribution to achieving the goals of the special preparation stage (physical and skill) for young players (Dhi Qar Club) as well as The contents of the exercises are consistent with their physical and skill characteristics. The exercises were applied by extracting the average intensity for all exercises used. As for the conclusions, the interval training exercises contributed to providing the players with desire, excitement and drive towards training, in addition to exploiting the time and effort of the coach and the player. The interval training exercises prepared by the researcher were appropriate for the ages of the research sample, and this is what the research results showed.