The effect of harmonic abilities exercises on the development of high jump performance at the ages of (9-11) years

Abstract

Achievement in athletics largely stems from a scientifically developed educational and training foundation, making it renowned globally. This reputation is enhanced by continuous improvements in training techniques, state-of-the-art workouts, technological advances, and an emphasis on harmonic exercises. However, there's a concerning trend among coaches: they often neglect these harmonic talents, especially when training young athletes, which adversely impacts the high jump performance of these novice players. This study primarily aimed to assess the impact of harmonic exercises on the high jump skills of children aged 9 to 11. The research involved 24 junior participants from Al Bayariq primary school, equally divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group was subjected to a specialized training regimen focused on harmonic exercises. This regimen spanned eight weeks, with three training sessions per week. At the onset of each session, the group underwent a comprehensive warm-up, followed by the main set of harmonic exercises. Upon the study's conclusion, post-tests were administered to gauge the effectiveness of the training. These findings were analyzed using statistical tools, mainly SPSS. The salient discovery of the research was the evident positive influence of harmonic exercises on enhancing the high jump abilities of the young participants. Furthermore, these exercises proved beneficial in bolstering their overall coordination and jump proficiency. The study underscores the immense potential of harmonic workouts, suggesting that their integration can significantly uplift the athletic performance of young players, especially in high jump events.