SPIN: Journal of Sport Performance Indonesia

Identification of Anthropometric Profiles and Physical Fitness Components of Male Indoor Hockey Athletes in Banten Province

2026-04-22T05:41:05+00:00

The global evolution of indoor hockey has significantly elevated the physical demands placed on athletes, necessitating specific anthropometric characteristics and comprehensive physical fitness components. These traits support high-intensity gameplay, which involves rapid direction changes and relies on combined aerobic and anaerobic capacities. However, scientific data comprehensively documenting the anthropometric profiles and physical fitness levels of indoor hockey athletes in Indonesia, particularly at the provincial level, remain remarkably limited. Consequently, this study aimed to identify and map the anthropometric profiles and physical fitness components of male indoor hockey athletes from Banten Province, serving as a foundational basis for evaluating their physical condition. Employing a quantitative approach with a descriptive cross-sectional design, this research involved 11 male indoor hockey athletes from the Banten provincial team, selected through a total sampling technique. Data collection utilized standard anthropometric measurements alongside a structured series of physical fitness tests assessing flexibility, agility, balance, reaction time, muscular strength, power, core stability, and cardiorespiratory endurance. Descriptive statistical analysis revealed that the athletes possessed a normal anthropometric profile, highlighting an average height of 167.73 cm, body weight of 62.73 kg, and a body mass index of 22.12 kg/m². Furthermore, the athletes demonstrated commendable capabilities in agility, muscular strength, lower-body power, and core stability. Conversely, their average VO₂max value of 46.91 ml/kg/min indicated a moderate level of cardiorespiratory endurance. Ultimately, these empirical findings offer vital insights into athletes' physical profiles, establishing a critical benchmark for designing evidence-based, targeted training programs.

Comparative Analysis Of Resistance Band And Swim Parachute Belt Training On The Enhancement Of 50m Butterfly Stroke Swimming Speed

2026-05-26T15:40:10+00:00

The butterfly stroke is widely recognized as one of the most physically demanding swimming styles, requiring exceptional explosive power, muscular endurance, and high-level inter-muscular coordination. Competitive swimmers frequently encounter performance plateaus due to an absence of specific resistance in their conditioning programs. This study aims to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two distinct resistance training modalities—Resistance Band (dry-land) and Swim Parachute Belt (in-water)—on enhancing the 50-meter butterfly stroke speed. Utilizing a quantitative experimental method with an "Ordinal Pairing" pre-test and post-test design, twenty competitive swimmers from the Krakatau Atlantik Cilegon Club were purposively sampled. Participants were divided into two equal groups of ten, undergoing a specialized 16-session training program over a four-week period. Data were obtained through rigorous pre-test and post-test measurements of 50M butterfly swimming times using standardized chronometers. Statistical analysis involved prerequisite tests (Shapiro-Wilk for normality, Levene for homogeneity), followed by hypothesis testing utilizing Paired Sample and Independent T-Tests. Results indicated that Resistance Band training significantly improved speed (mean improvement = 3.086 seconds, p = 0.001), as did Swim Parachute Belt training (mean improvement = 2.167 seconds, p = 0.001). However, the Independent T-Test revealed no statistically significant difference in performance gains between the two modalities (p = 0.791). These findings robustly suggest both tools are equally effective in enhancing the power and propulsive force necessary for elite butterfly stroke performance. Coaches are advised to integrate both methods to prevent physiological adaptation and maximize power output.

Analysis of Ball Possession and Shooting Frequency in the Men's Indoor Hockey Matches at the 2023 SEA Games

2026-05-27T15:31:54+00:00

Ball possession in field/indoor hockey is a team's ability to protect the ball from opponents, an aspect that is often overlooked along with its correlation to securing a victory. Meanwhile, shooting frequency refers to the total number of shots—both on-target and off-target—executed by a team toward the opponent's goal, which is also linked to a team's winning outcome in a match. This study aims to determine the impact and level of ball possession and shooting frequency on victory in the 2023 Sea Games men's hockey tournament. This study employed a descriptive quantitative research design conducted through observational analysis of match video documents. The research instrument included a personal computer (PC) setup utilized for match video observation. The population of this study comprised the men's indoor hockey matches at the 2023 Sea Games, with a sample consisting of 8 match videos from the men's category sourced from the Thailand Hockey Association's official YouTube channel. The findings indicated that teams with higher ball possession secured victories in approximately 62.5% of the matches, while 37.5% of the winning teams had lower ball possession. Regarding shooting frequency, teams that won with a higher frequency of shots accounted for 87.5%, whereas only 12.5% won the match with a lower shooting frequency. This study concludes that a higher shooting frequency correlates with a greater winning probability, provided that the shots are precisely directed on-target.

Profile of Basic Soccer Skills Among 14-Year-Old SSB Players in Pandeglang Regency In 2025

2026-05-30T12:50:38+00:00

Background, Football is a sport that requires mastery of basic techniques as a fundamental foundation to support player performance. Objective, This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the technical skill profile of under-14 (U-14) football players from football schools (SSB) in Pandeglang Regency. The basic techniques evaluated in this study include dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, and heading. Methods, The research method used is quantitative descriptive with a survey approach. The data collection instrument involved validated skill tests adapted to youth football training standards. The sample consisted of players selected using total sampling, with criteria including active U-14 players who had participated in regular training programs for at least one year. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in the form of percentages to illustrate each player's skill level. Research results, Good category (25%), sufficient category (58.3%), and poor category (16.7%). In conclusion, this study found that basic technique training across many SSBs still requires improvement, particularly in terms of training variety and consistency. These findings are expected to serve as a reference for coaches, SSB instructors, and sports development stakeholders in designing more effective and adaptive youth training programs. Furthermore, the results contribute as baseline data in building a developmental athlete database in the region.

The Effect of External Weight Training on Body Fat and Muscle

2026-05-30T13:38:00+00:00

This study aims to determine the effects of training using external weights on reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass in women. The term external weight refers to exercises performed with dumbbells, barbells, or other additional loads that provide resistance during movement. The research employed an experimental design with 12 female participants selected through purposive sampling based on criteria aligned with the study objectives. The training program was conducted over 16 sessions with a frequency of three workouts per week to ensure consistency and the effectiveness of the intervention. Body composition measurements were taken before and after the treatment using a body composition analyzer, which provided accurate data on body fat percentage and muscle mass. The results showed a significant reduction in body fat after the training program, with an average change of 5.1583%, t-value = 10.127, and p < 0.001. The 95% confidence interval ranged from 4.0372 to 6.2795, indicating that the program was effective in reducing body fat. Regarding muscle mass, there was a significant increase of 2.79%, as indicated by the mean difference of –2.7917 (due to the Before – After calculation), t-value = –9.512, and p < 0.001, with a 95% confidence interval from –3.4376 to –2.1457. Overall, this training program proved to provide substantial benefits for women in improving body composition and may serve as motivation to engage in regular exercise for better health and a more ideal physical appearance.