Harmonization Exercises and Their Effect on some Complex motor skills using the Hoop in Rhythmic Gymnastics

Abstract

The study aimed to investigate the effect of coordinative exercises on certain physical and skill-related abilities in rhythmic gymnastics using the hoop apparatus among third-stage female students at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences. The researcher employed the experimental method with a pre- and post-test design for two groups: experimental and control. The research sample consisted of (20) students, divided equally into two groups of (10) each. The experimental group underwent an 8-week training program involving coordinative exercises, conducted once a week, while the control group followed the standard curriculum. The exercises aimed to develop general and specific coordination, positively impacting physical and skill performance. Statistical analysis revealed significant differences in favor of the experimental group in all studied variables. The researcher concluded that coordinative exercises effectively enhanced physical and skill abilities and recommended incorporating them into rhythmic gymnastics educational and training curricula.