Physical Exercises Using the Plaspod Device and Their Effect on Motor Response speed and jump Shooting in Young Basketball Players

Abstract

This research aims to study the effect of compound physical exercises using the Plaspod on improving reaction speed and jump shooting in young basketball players. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the training program in improving the physical and technical performance of players in this age group, particularly in attacking motor skills. The research adopted an experimental approach using a single-group design, where a sample of young basketball players from a sports club was selected. Compound physical exercises using the Plaspod were applied to the sample for 8 weeks, with 3 training sessions per week, totaling 24 training sessions. The researcher used pre- and post-tests to measure reaction speed and jump shooting before and after the application of the training program. A set of statistical tools, such as the SPSS statistical software, was also used to analyze the collected data and draw conclusions. The results of the pre- and post-tests showed a significant improvement in reaction speed and jump shooting after the application of the compound physical exercises using the Plaspod. A statistically significant difference was found between the pre-test and post-test scores for both variables, indicating that the improvement was primarily due to the training program. The researcher concluded that compound exercises using the Plaspod proved effective in improving physical performance, jump shooting, and reaction time. Post-tests showed a marked improvement in performance after the training program, confirming that compound exercises effectively contribute to enhancing the physical abilities of young basketball players. The results showed strong statistical significance between the pre-test and post-test scores, proving that the improvement in performance was a direct result of the training program.