Effects of Special Exercises on the Sand on Some Blood Cells, Heart Measurements and Physical Abilities of Advanced Futsal Players Digham Adnan Ghethan1, Khuzaie Ameen Khazal1,* 1Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Dhi Qar, Iraq *Corresponding Author: Ameen Khazal Khuzaie, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Dhi Qar, Iraq, Email: ameen.khazal@utq.edu.iq
Online published on 23 December, 2019. Abstract Background Among methods of training of power and explosive ability are to exercise on sandy land where this technique has multiple physical and physiological benefits as it promotes the development of cardio-respiratory endurance. This study was aimed at checking up the effect of exercising on the sand, in training of futsal, on some blood cell variables, heart rate and physical abilities. Method Sixteen male players were chosen as a study sample from Al-Nasiriyah City Club. Their age ranged between 21 and 23 years. This study sample was divided into two eight-player groups; the experimental group who performed exercises on sandy field and the control group who exercised inside a closed hall. Exercises and training were conducted for two months, 3 days a week. Red blood cells, heart rate and physical capabilities were analyzed and assessed as per appropriate methods. Data were statistically analyzed by using SPSS and t- test. Results The study showed changes in the variables of the study and demonstrated that exercises on the sand field produced better effects as compared to those conducted on the closed hall. Conclusion Exercising on the sand is a good factor to reduce the breakage of red blood cells caused by solid surfaces and it is one of successful methods in the development of heart measurements and prepares it for the sport effort it faces. Top Keywords Special exercises, red blood cells, physical abilities, sandy field, closed hall. Top |