The Instantaneous Push Force Indicator and Its Relationship to Lower Limb Explosive Power and Selected Biomechanical Variables of the Salto forward tucked

Authors

Widad Kadhim Majeed, College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences for Women, University of BaghdadFollow
Huda Shihab Jari, College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences for Women, University of BaghdadFollow
Maryam Abdul Jabbar Khudair, College of Physical Education and Sport Sciences for Women, University of BaghdadFollow
Özgür Eken, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Department of Physical Education and Sports Teaching, ÿInönü University, TürkiyeFollow

Abstract

The scarcity of studies examining this relationship makes it difficult to provide accurate and scientifically grounded data regarding its significance. This research aims to bridge this academic gap by analyzing the dynamic relationship between these variables. The research problem lies in the observed difficulty athletes face in performing the tucked front somersault on the floor exercise mat. This difficulty may stem from deficits in the explosive muscular power of the legs and insufficient instantaneous push-off force required to achieve the necessary elevation to complete the skill. Additionally, the coach's neglect of the importance of these variables---as well as the biomechanical factors that influence the movement---may contribute to the problem. To shed light on the factors influencing athletes' performance, the research problem was formulated as follows: What is the relationship between the instantaneous push-off index, the explosive power of the legs, and selected biomechanical variables related to the tucked front somersault skill performed on the men's floor exercise mat? The researchers hypothesized that there is no statistically significant relationship between the instantaneous push-off index and the explosive power of the legs. They also hypothesized no significant relationship between the instantaneous push-off index and biomechanical variables. A descriptive methodology was adopted with a purposive sample of six male athletes from Al-Thawra Club in Kirkuk, aged 14-18, representing 60% of the 10-athlete population. Explosive power and instantaneous push-off were measured using a Foot Scan device, while biomechanical variables were assessed via motion analysis software. The results revealed a significant relationship between push-off index and explosive power, emphasizing the importance of targeted training programs to enhance both. and this achieves one of the sustainable development goals of the United Nations in Iraq which is (Quality Education)

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Majeed, Widad Kadhim; Jari, Huda Shihab; Khudair, Maryam Abdul Jabbar; and Eken, Özgür (2025) "The Instantaneous Push Force Indicator and Its Relationship to Lower Limb Explosive Power and Selected Biomechanical Variables of the Salto forward tucked," Modern Sport: Vol. 24: Iss. 2, Article 6.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54702/2708-3454.2062