Transformations in muscular mechanical properties and the impact of dynamic balance on free kick accuracy in elite football players
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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v64.110222Keywords:
Dynamic Balance, Muscle Properties, Free Kick Accuracy, Football, BiomechanicsAbstract
Introduction: This study examines the influence of dynamic balance and muscle mechanical properties on the accuracy of free kicks in elite football players. Skeletal muscles, critical for movement, possess mechanical properties such as stiffness, strength, and elasticity, which are pivotal for maintaining balance and executing accurate kicks.
Objective: The objective of this research was to explore how these biomechanical factors impact free kick performance, with a focus on identifying significant relationships.
Methodology: The study employed a descriptive methodology, analyzing data from six elite players in the Iraqi Stars League using tools like the Myoton device and Y-Balance test. Players underwent specialized training, and assessments were conducted pre- and post-training.
Results: Results indicated a strong correlation between enhanced muscle stiffness, dynamic balance, and free kick accuracy. Key findings demonstrated that quadriceps and gastrocnemius muscle properties significantly influenced performance.
Discussion: The discussion highlighted how these findings align with existing literature, emphasizing the biomechanical underpinnings of dynamic balance and muscle efficiency.
Conclusions: It is suggested that targeted training focusing on muscle mechanical properties and balance enhancement can effectively improve football performance, particularly in free kicks.
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