Coordinative Ability and Leg Muscle Strength and Their Relationship to the Level of Compound Attacks in Fencing Coordinative Ability and Leg Muscle Strength and Their Relationship to the Level of Compound Attacks in Fencing

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Nour Hatem

Abstract

Fencing is a sport that combines physical, social, psychological, and educational objectives, practiced under specific rules that govern the duel between fencers, where one of the most critical requirements is coordinative (harmonic) ability, which forms the foundation for successful performance. This ability varies according to the motor demands of different skills, and fencing, in particular, requires precise coordination of foot and arm movements for both attack and defense. A fencer must have strong, agile legs and the ability to integrate movements gracefully, as performance in fencing depends heavily on synchronization between the legs, arms, and eyes. The importance of this research lies in identifying the relationship between coordination and leg muscle strength with the performance level in fencing, offering a clearer understanding of their impact on achievement. The problem addressed stems from the observation that fencing demands significant physical effort and specific abilities, particularly high fitness and coordination, as smooth movement results from the interaction between coordination and leg strength. Based on the researcher's experience, players who demonstrate effective coordination of arm and leg movements and move efficiently across the court tend to achieve higher performance levels. Therefore, the study aims to determine the relationship between coordinative ability and performance level in foil fencing, as well as the relationship between leg muscle strength and performance in the same discipline.

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Recommended Citation

Hatem, Nour (2011) "Coordinative Ability and Leg Muscle Strength and Their Relationship to the Level of Compound Attacks in Fencing Coordinative Ability and Leg Muscle Strength and Their Relationship to the Level of Compound Attacks in Fencing," Modern Sport: Vol. 10: Iss. 14, Article 15.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54702/2708-3454.1309