European Journal of Physical Education and Sport

172-180

Authors: Ludmila K. Chervencova, Nikolay N. Ishev

A growing number of scientific publications and researches explore practices with global impact on human health. As a relatively new mind-body practice Paneurhythmy is the least known and least studied in comparison with similar activities like Yoga and Tai Chi. Paneurhythmy is a universal physical practice that can unite people regardless of their race, gender, age, nationality and religion. It is a unique system of gymnastic musical exercises performed outdoors as a group activity. Paneurhythmy was created between 1922 and 1944 in Bulgaria by PetarDanov (1864-1944). Paneurhythmy has a profound philosophical meaning and combines harmoniously music, movement, thought and word. The participants maintain an upright and well-balanced posture, while moving in a circle. Each of the Paneurhythmy exercises reveals a basic philosophical idea expressed through its name, movements, music and the lyrics of its song. The Paneurhythmy movements are smooth and follow the musical beats, which are running rhythmically in a slow to moderate pace. This article discusses the visions of the author of Paneurhythmy for its purpose and effect, it also gives the main components of Paneurhythmy and presents some of the studies on it. Paneurhythmy exercises are easy to be done regardless of the age, financial condition and physical characteristics of the practitioners. Paneurhythmy is a pleasant and very effective method to put into action the ancient maxim "A healthy mind in a healthy body".

186-191

Authors: Belkacem Khiat, HacèneMehdioui

The aim of this long study was to examine the pattern of change of boy’s anaerobic power during the different stages of puberty. 82 sedentary scholar boys aged from 11 to 16 years agreed to been followed for 2 years, in their schools. We proceed to measure the different anthropometric indicators. Stages of maturation were estimated according to Tanner’s classification. The evaluation of the anaerobic process was done through the speed-force’s test of Vandewalle. The results show that the majority of morphological indicators of the population developed very significantly from the first to the fourth stage of puberty. The transition from the second to the third stage of puberty seems decisive in the evolution of major morphological and physiological effort parameters. From stage 1 to stage 4 there has been a very significant development (p˂0.001) of Anaerobic Maximal Power (Wanmax) and Maximum Force (Fo). Among boys, the passage from the second to the third stage of puberty seems decisive in the evolution of principles morphological and physiological parameters of the effort.

197-205

Authors: Amir Moghaddami, ZinnurGerek, Ali Karimiasl, HabibNozohouri

Rapid weight loss and weight cutting are two widely used methods to reach competition weight; Sauna and dehydration as well as sweating through physical activity are very common. Many athletes with specific weight classifications such as wrestling, judo, and weight lifting want to participate in competitions 6-8 % below their normal weight. The aim of this study was to present an example of the quantitative contribution of modern sport biomechanics. The results showed that rapid weight loss could affect elite wrestlers ‘performance techniques. These tests were performed in three, phases: pre-test (without dehydration), post-test1 (dehydration 3.5 %), and post-test2 (18 hours after rehydration). Thirteen experienced and elite wrestlers who had been training for 8 years participated as subjects (age 18.38 ±1.32yrs, height 1.70±0.04 m; body mass 71/111±11.80 kg). Reflective body markers attached all of the subjects’ joints, and they performed single-leg takedown in front of three cameras (hero 3 @15fps/1440 p). 3D motion analyses method measured linear and angular kinematic characteristics were evaluated by Skillspector (1.3.2 version) software. Statistical analysis via the parametric and non-parametric Wilcoxon Rank-sum test and Repeated Measure test showed significant differences between the single-leg takedown techniques. The finding demonstrated negative effects on shoulders, pelvises, and knees linear max velocity, position, and angular max velocity.

212-219

Authors: IoannisProios, AthanasiosSiropoulos, MiltiadisProios

The purpose of this study was to determine the individual differences on goal perspectives in the sport domain. The participants in the study consisted of 360 athletes (football, handball, basketball, track and field, volleyball, rowing, gymnastics, etc), 147 referees, and 79 physical education and exercise (391 males and 185 females), ranging in age from 13 to 50 years (M = 22.54, SD = 7.70). Their experience varied from 1 to 32 years (M = 6.27, SD = 5.24). All subjects filled in two versions of Task and Ego Orientation in Sport Questionnaire (TEOSQ and TEOSQ-R). The results were found achievement goal profile differences for all variables except gender. Overall, the findings support achievement goal frameworks and suggest that further examination of dispositional achievement goals may afford a deeper understanding of social relationships and motivational processes in achievement domains.