Effect of SAQ Training Program on the Performance of Wushu Taolu Athletes

Abstract

Background and Aims: SAQ training uses principles of training in the relationship between the nervous system and muscles. The central nervous system and muscles can work together to perform difficult movements more efficiently. The research aimed to 1) develop a training program by using the SAQ (Speed, Agility, Quickness) for Wushu Taolu athletes, 2) study the effects of the SAQ training program on the specific physical fitness of Wushu Taolu athletes, and 3) compare the effects of the SAQ training program before and after training on the specific physical fitness of Wushu Taolu athletes.

Methodology: This research is a quasi-experimental study with a single group measured repeatedly. The population consists of 12 Wushu athletes specializing in the performance category, selected through purposive sampling. The training program, based on the SAQ (Speed, Agility, Quickness) model, lasted for 8 weeks, with training sessions held three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Data collection involved testing physical fitness in terms of speed, agility, and quickness before the training, after 4 weeks of training, and after 8 weeks of training. The data were analyzed by calculating the mean and standard deviation to assess differences and using one-way repeated measures ANOVA, followed by pairwise analysis using Bonferroni.

Results: 1) Results of training with the SAQ program that affects specific physical fitness of Wushu athletes. Martial arts category: speed, 40-meter running, for Wushu athletes Types of martial arts that are the population Before training, the average running time was 10.96 seconds. After training with the SAQ program in the 4th week the time spent running decreased by an average of 9.40 seconds, and after training in the 8th week, the time spent running decreased by an average of 7.48 seconds. 2) In the agility test, the average time before training was 17.05 seconds; after 4 weeks, the average time decreased to 15.01 seconds, and after 8 weeks, it decreased to 11.23 seconds. 3) In the quickness test, the average time before training was 1.87 seconds; after 4 weeks of SAQ training, the average time decreased to 1.78 seconds, and after 8 weeks, it further decreased to 1.40 seconds. 4) The comparison of training durations showed significant effects on speed, agility, and quickness of Wushu Taolu athletes at the statistical significance level of .05

Conclusion: Comparing the results of different training periods affecting specific physical abilities, speed, agility, and speed of Wushu athletes. The martial arts type has statistical significance at the .05 level. And when considering the pairwise comparison of the duration of training in different periods. Using the Bonferroni test method, it was found that increased training time resulted in better results for Wushu athletes. The martial arts type has speed. Agility and sensitivity increased significantly at the .05 level in all training sessions.