Physical Condition Profile of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan Athletes

Abstract

Background

Based on the problem in this research, how is the physical condition of the Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes, which consists of 1) flexibility, 2) explosive power of leg muscles, 3) speed, 4) agility, 5) strength.

Objectives

This study aims to determine the physical condition of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes as it is without providing any prior treatment.

Methods

This type of research is quantitative with a descriptive approach. The population in this study were all 20 athletes of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan, while the sample in this study was 13 people. This research is called incidental sampling technique research. Data collection techniques to measure the physical condition of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes were by conducting push-up tests, sit-up tests, 30-meter runs, Illinois agility runs, sit and reach, and standing long jumps.

Results

Physical condition of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes, where the “very high” category is 7.69% (1 athlete), the “high” category is 23.08% (3 athletes), the “moderate” category is 38.46% (5 athletes), the “low” category is 30.77% (4 athletes), the “very low” category is 0% (0 athletes). Based on the average value, which is 301.13, the physical condition of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes is in the “Moderate” category.

Conclusion

The physical condition profile of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes can be concluded that the “very high” category is 7.69% (1 athlete), the “high” category is 23.08% (3 athletes), the “moderate” category is 38.46% (5 athletes), the “low” category is 30.77% (4 athletes), the “very low” category is 0% (0 athletes). Based on the above categories, it can be concluded that the physical condition profile of Nurussalam Taekwondo Club Medan athletes is in the “Moderate” category.