The Effect of Push-Up Training on Arm Muscle Strength in Smash Strokes in Badminton Games of Extracurricular Students at SMA Sinar Husni in the 2025 Academic Year

Abstract

Background

This research is based on the researcher’s observation of arm muscle strength during smash strokes in badminton games among extracurricular students at SMA Sinar Husni. The study was conducted because many smashes were inaccurate or off target

Objectives

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of push-up training on arm muscle strength in smash strokes in badminton games among extracurricular students at SMA Sinar Husni.

Methods

This study employed an experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design. The research sample consisted of 30 extracurricular badminton students selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected using skill tests and badminton smash test instruments. Data analysis included normality tests, homogeneity tests, and hypothesis testing (t-test).

Results

The results showed a significant increase in students’ arm muscle strength. Based on the data, the average pre-test score of 48.67 increased to a post-test average of 72.17 after receiving push-up training. Thus, it can be concluded that push-up exercises significantly affect the improvement of arm muscle strength in performing smash strokes in badminton games among extracurricular students at SMA Sinar Husni in the 2025 academic year

Conclusion

This research contributes to teachers and sports coaches in selecting effective training methods to improve badminton playing performance, particularly in enhancing arm muscle strength and smash stroke techniques.