Tag: wydolność sportowa

Can Moringa oleifera improve sports performance? A systematic literature review

Muhammad Arja Bahauddin, Febby Alfu Khoirun Nissa, Riyan Riyadlun Najih, Nuril Ahmad, Yovhandra Ockta, Ahmet Kurtoğlu

Muhammad Arja Bahauddin, Febby Alfu Khoirun Nissa, Riyan Riyadlun Najih, Nuril Ahmad, Yovhandra Ockta, Ahmet Kurtoğlu – Can Moringa oleifera improve sports performance? A systematic literature review –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(4); 47-52

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZGA431YIO1

Abstract
Background. Moringa is a supplement containing ergogenic substances known for their potential benefits in enhancing physical fitness and athletic performance. However, the effectiveness and safety of such supplements remain academically inconclusive, leading to increased awareness of health-related concerns and potential side effects. As a result, many athletes prefer to manage their diet naturally by consuming foods like meat, fruits, and plants, rather than relying on moringa for performance enhancement.
Methods. This study used a systematic literature review method based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (prisma) guidelines. Data were sourced from scientific databases including ScienceDirect, PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and others. A total of 130 moringa-related articles were identified. The final selection included 7 randomized controlled trials (rcts), 5 experimental studies, 1 quantitative study, and 1 review article. The inclusion criteria were: (a) population: athletes, (b) outcomes: performance improvement from moringa as an ergogenic aid, and (c) study design: experimental, quantitative, or review studies.
Results. The evidence suggests that moringa can improve stamina and endurance by increasing hemoglobin levels and glycogen stores, contributing to improved energy availability during physical activity. These findings highlight the potential of moringa as a natural ergogenic aid.
Conclusions. Although moringa shows promise in supporting endurance and performance, specific compounds or proteins responsible for these effects remain unclear. Further research is recommended to strengthen existing evidence and support the development of safe and effective ergogenic products.
Key words
moringa, sport performance, health, sport medicine, nutrition, athletes
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The effect of meditation and deep breathing on 30-meter archery accuracy and cardiovascular endurance in 12–14-year-old athletes

Muh Batistuta Fitoni Nuradila, Soni Nopembri, Hedi Ardiyanto Hermawan, Yudik Prasetyo, Heru Prasetyo, Betrix Teofa Perkasa Wibafied Billy Yacshie, Moch. Septian Resi Wibowo, Wahyu Aji Nugroho

 

Muh Batistuta Fitoni Nuradila et al. – The effect of meditation and deep breathing on 30-meter archery accuracy and cardiovascular endurance in 12–14-year-old athletes –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(3); 70-75

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG7D19MKQK

Abstract
Objective. This study aimed to investigate the effects of meditation and deep breathing exercises on archery accuracy, with a specific focus on their impact on cardiovascular endurance.
Methods. A two-group pretest–posttest experimental design was employed. The sample consisted of 20 athletes aged 12–14 years, with an average training experience of 2.7 ± 6.6 years and an average of three competitions per year. Participants were divided into two groups: a meditation group (MG) and a deep breathing group (DBG). Both groups underwent 18 training sessions over six weeks with identical training doses (sets, duration, and recovery). All participants practiced archery at a distance of 30 meters for 30 minutes. Data collection included a 30-meter accuracy test and a multistage fitness test to assess cardiovascular endurance. Data were analyzed using two-way ANOVA in SPSS 26.
Results. The Shapiro–Wilk test confirmed the normality of the data distribution, and the homogeneity test (p > 0.05) indicated that the data originated from the same population. Two-way ANOVA revealed: (1) differences in cardiovascular endurance between the MG and DBG groups (0.041 < 0.05), (2) differences in 30-meter archery accuracy based on cardiovascular endurance (0.000 < 0.05), and (3) an interaction between MG and DBG on 30-meter archery accuracy based on cardiovascular endurance (0.025 < 0.05).
Conclusions. Deep breathing exercises demonstrated more significant improvements in cardiovascular endurance compared to meditation exercises. Enhanced cardiovascular endurance likely contributed to improved hand stability, mental focus, and coordination during archery competitions. This study highlights the need for further research with larger sample sizes and more advanced measurement methods.
Key words
meditation exercises, deep breathing exercises, sports performance, archery, endurance, young athletes
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Sensor-based footwork instrument for the martial art of Tarung Derajat: Validity and reliability

Alnedral, Yoshua Simamora, Nurul Ihsan, Muhamad Sazeli Rifki, Nissa Aldani, Deby Tri Mario

Alnedral, Yoshua Simamora, Nurul Ihsan, Muhamad Sazeli Rifki, Nissa Aldani, Deby Tri Mario – Sensor-based footwork instrument for the martial art of Tarung Derajat: Validity and reliability –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(2); 363-369

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG00E1LXFF

Abstract
Although instruments to measure footwork ability in sports performance have been investigated in previous studies, an instrument relevant to the movement characteristics of Tarung Derajat martial arts has not been found. The purpose of this study was to develop a sensor-based footwork instrument for Tarung Derajat martial arts. This study began with determining the elements of the instrument, design, selection of physical elements to be measured, sensor device components, assembly of the device, characterization of the relevance of movement in Tarung Derajat martial arts, and testing. The feasibility test of the device involved 4 experts (instrumentation, sports measurement tests, Tarung Derajat martial arts, and information technology) and 6 Tarung Derajat martial arts athletes (aged 18.53 ± 0.52 years). Then the test-retest reliability involved 33 Tarung Derajat martial arts athletes, consisting of male (n = 19; aged 19.21 ± 0.71 years) and female (n = 14; aged 18.79 ± 0.80 years). Data were analyzed using percentages, correlations, and t-tests. The results of the study showed that the sensor-based footwork instrument was very feasible to be used for Tarung Derajat martial arts, with a percentage of 86.50. The results of the test-retest reliability showed a high correlation coefficient (n = 33; r = 0.897; Sig. < 0.05; n = 19; r = 0.802; Sig. < 0.05; n = 14; r = 0.823;            Sig. < 0.05). Then, the t-test showed that there was no significant difference in the results of the footwork ability test between male and female participants (Sig. > 0.05). Field trials with wider subjects are needed in future research, with more refined tool displays and designs.
Key words
footwork, sensors, martial arts, Tarung Derajat, sports performance
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