The Effect Of 6-Week Basic Gymnastics Training On The Flexibility Parameters Of Preschool Children

Year 2023, Volume: 2 Issue: 2, 1 - 10, 31.12.2023

Müge Ünal , Erdem Çakan

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the effects of a six-week basic gymnastics training program on the parameter of flexibility in preschool children aged 6, as determined by conducted tests. The developmental changes in flexibility parameters, which are components of physical fitness in children, due to early basic gymnastics training, were investigated. This research was conducted with a total of 21 participants. Measurements were determined as initial measurement - final measurement to understand the participants' status before the education. Measurements after six weeks of basic gymnastics training, conducted twice a week for one hour, were compared with the initial measurements. As a result of the examination, it was seen that gymnastics training contributed positively to the parameters of flexibility, balance, and strength.

Keywords

Flexibility, preschool, basic gymnastic training

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