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{"title":"Biomechanical Motion of the Tennis Forehand Stroke: Analyzing the Impact on the Ball Speed Using Biofor Analysis Software","authors":"Ricko Irawan, M. Azam, Setya Rahayu, Heny Setyawati, Soedjatmiko 1BDE, S. A. 1ABCD, Bambang Priyono, Anan Nugroho","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.14","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.14","url":null,"abstract":"Background. The inefficiency of the forehand stroke technique often stems from suboptimal execution of an athlete’s biomechanical movements. For a forehand stroke to be effective, each biomechanical component – the ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows – must function in an optimal manner. Disconnection of any of these elements can lead to ineffective technique. High speed, influenced by the racket speed at the point of impact, is a key indicator of a perfect forehand stroke. However, the challenge lies in the fact that an athlete’s movement and ball impact cannot be accurately observed with the naked eye, necessitating specialized tools for analysis. Study purpose. The study aims to develop software that assists in predicting ball speed outcomes based on an athlete’s biomechanical movement during a forehand stroke execution. Materials and methods. The research method employed R&D. Data collection techniques consisted of video recordings of athletes’ forehand strokes, which were later analyzed using software that examines movement angles of 10 national athletes. Results. The results indicated the average angles of elbows = 106.23, shoulders = 153.62, hips = 165.33, knees = 167.63, ankles = 164.54; and ball speed = 199.41 cm/s. Conclusions. The conclusion drawn is that to execute an effective forehand stroke with good ball speed, a moment of inertia must occur at the point of impact. The athletes should bend their elbow slightly, thereby reducing rotational resistance and increasing the speed of the racket head. The ankles, hips, and shoulders must move in synchronization within a continuous coordination chain, thereby allowing the athlete to fully leverage kinetic chain. The flexion movement of the elbow during the forward swing step is more effective than the extension movement where the elbow is slightly bent, resulting in a perfect shot.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"177 S429","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139165711","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative Analysis of the Efforts of Highly Qualified Elite Armwrestlers with Different Strength Abilities","authors":"D. Bezkorovainyi, O. Kamayev, S. Vlasko, L. Plotnytskyi, Yevhen Kravchuk, Denis Kulakov, Oksana Mashchenko, Andrii Kliuka","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.06","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.06","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. Determination of the peculiarities of the manifestation of strength in competitive exercises of highly qualified armwrestlers with different strength abilities. Materials and methods. The study involved the 4 best armwrestlers in the world weighing from 80 to 100 kg (m = 87.50 ± 2.47 kg) in 2017–2020. Four power test exercises have been identified that ensure the performance of a competitive action in armwrestling: flexion of the fingers, stretch with a hammer, hook and bending the hand. Strength indicators in all test exercises were measured with an FL1K 0.5N, 1000N electric strain gauge dynamometer, Kern & Sohn GmbH (China), fixed on the armwrestling table using an author’s block device. Results. The results of the correlation analysis of the relationships between the studied indicators confirm the presence of a difference in the direction and strength of the relationships between the strength and time characteristics of the efforts of athletes with different strength and speed-strength abilities. Thus, out of 36 correlation indicators, the data of armwrestlers 1 and 2 have 11 modules with very high connection strength (r = 0.926–0.999), of which 7 modules are with time and 4 modules are with force characteristics of efforts. Athletes 3 and 4 also have 3 modules with very strong connections (r = 0.916–0.948) and 8 modules with strong connections (r = 0.739–0.886), of which 7 modules are with strength indicators and 4 modules are related to time characteristics. But the other correlation indicators have very weak (r < 0.29) and weak (r = 0.3–0.5) levels of relationships. Conclusions. Analysis of the time and force characteristics of the manifestation of force in the process of achieving boundary resistance allows us to clearly establish the genetically determined speed and strength abilities of the explosive, fast and slow force of armwrestlers.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"118 20","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139163558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Test Control of Inclusive Physical Education: Assessment Using the Newest Electronics","authors":"O. Blavt, G. Iedynak, Lesia Galamanzhuk, Evelina Zhygulova, Yulia Mykhalskа, Anatolii Khomych, Dmytro Sovtysik","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.17","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.17","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of a device developed based on the latest electronics to control the coordination of movements of the lower limbs of students with disabilities. Materials and methods. 34 students with disabilities were involved in the study. At the time of the experiment, they had functional disorders of the lower limbs as a result of injuries and received a doctor’s permission to participate in the experiment. The research was conducted at the theoretical and empirical levels, using the following methods: analysis, synthesis, systematization, generalization, technical modeling, pedagogical testing, and mathematical statistics. Results. In the research process, a device was used, which was developed as part of the conducted research. The device consists of two rubber mats in which capacitive proximity sensors are placed. The test task involves recording the number of touches of rubber mats in 20 seconds. The information received from the sensors during the student’s performance of the test task, namely the alternate touching of the rubber mat with the big toe, is sent to the microcontroller via an infrared communication line. The development uses a high-performance microcontroller ATMega 328P, which can support a wide range of sensors and generate information about the time and frequency of leg movements. The signals of the student’s toes touching the rubber mats, received by capacitive sensors, are processed by a microcontroller and displayed on a PC through a serial connection and using the Arduino software, which allows reading the received information about the execution of movements. Under the conditions of the pedagogical experiment, we tried to determine the quality of the measurement results. According to the obtained numerical indicators, the numerical values of the test authenticity obtained by the traditional method of fixing the results by a specialist correspond to the value “low”. The results of the validity calculations showed that the correlation between the test measurement results and the evaluation results using the developed device was optimal with a correlation coefficient greater than 0.6. Conclusions. The importance of a high level of development of the coordination of movements of the lower limbs of students with disabilities is determined by the need to develop this quality to ensure the effectiveness of their rehabilitation in the process of inclusive PE. The analysis of the obtained material allows us to state that the practical application of the inclusive PE device developed based on the latest electronics will allow scientifically based optimization of this process to ensure its effectiveness.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"37 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139164880","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Examining the Effects of Reproductive and Productive Teaching Styles Interventions on Primary Schoolchildren. What Implications for Physical Education Teachers?","authors":"Domenico Monacis, Sabrina Annoscia, P. Limone, D. Colella","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.05","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.05","url":null,"abstract":"Background. In recent years, the study of the teacher-student relationship in the teaching-learning processes in physical education has had great emphasis. Previous studies have shown that the use of the Spectrum of Teaching Styles can enhance intrinsic motivation, enjoyment, adherence to physical activity and physical activity levels in children and adolescents. Study purpose. The present study aims to assess if a physical education (PE) intervention based on the variations in teaching styles, with reference to productive ones, can also have positive effects on physical fitness. Materials and methods. The sample involved 4 primary school classes (n = 124 children, mean age = 8–10 years) recruited from the SBAM (Health, Wellness, Food Education and Movement at School) Project in Apulia, Southern Italy. The classes were randomly assigned to the Experimental Group (EG) and the Control Group (CG). The EG followed a 5-month experimental intervention based on the variation of teaching styles, while the CG performed regular PE lessons. Physical fitness was assessed with Standing Long Jump (SLJ), 1kg Medicine Ball Throw (MBT), and 20 m sprint (20 m)tests, while two validated questionnaires were used to evaluate physical self-perception (PSP) and enjoyment. A 2x2 (intervention group x time) ANOVA was carried out to assess significant difference and interaction effect pre (t0) and post (t1) intervention protocol. Results. Data analysis showed a significant improvement of physical fitness in both EG and CG, while PSP and enjoyment increased only in EG. Moreover, significant (p < .05) interaction effects were found for 20m sprint, PSP and Enjoyment with low effect size (η2 ~ .20). Conclusions. The results of the present study highlight the effectiveness of a PE intervention based on the variation of teaching styles in improving physical fitness, self-perception, and enjoyment. Moreover, the use of productive teaching styles significantly impacts self-perception and enjoyment that are important mediating factors for guaranteeing better adherence to physical activity.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"21 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139165403","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Does Sled Training with a Load of 10 Kilograms Have an Effect on the Speed of College Student Soccer Players?","authors":"Muhamad Ikhsan, Dewa Made, Aryananda Wijaya, Kusuma 1ABCD Imam, Syafii 1AC, David Agus, Prianto 1ACD, Bayu Agung, Pramono 1ACD, Yanyong Phanpheng, ©. Ikhsan","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.04","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. Running speed is an ability soccer players need to build attack and defence. There needs to be more research in football that applies sleds using specific loads to improve the running ability of college student soccer players. This study aims to analyze the effect of sled training with a load of 10 kilograms on the running speed of college student soccer players. Materials and methods. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design research type, with the research design used being a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample used in this research was 14 students taken from a population of 95 individuals using random sampling techniques. The study sample used had characteristics of age 18 ± 0.75 years, height 169.42 ± 5.84 cm, weight 58.5 ± 4.21 kg, and BMI 20.44 ± 2.00. Treatment was carried out for six weeks with a frequency of three times a week. The 20-meter sprint speed test was used as an instrument for collecting speed data. The data analysis technique uses a paired samples t-test at a significance level (α) 0.05. The prerequisite test used is the Shapiro-Wilk test. Results. The research showed increased players’ running speed obtained from the pretest results of 4.48 ± 0.291 and the post-test results of 4.15 ± 0.266 from the 20-meter sprint test. Conclusions. Based on the results of the paired sample t-test, it can be concluded that there is a significant increase in the running speed of college student soccer players using 10 kg sleds.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"117 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139165762","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Transforming Kempo Fitness: Enhancing Physiological Responses and Physical Performance in Adolescents via a Tabata-Based Method","authors":"Nurkholis 1ABCDE, Aghus Sifaq, Andri Suyoko, Waristra Tyo, Nirwansyah 1BC, Bayu Agung, Pramono 1CD, Raden Roro, Shinta Arisanti","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.08","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.08","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. Examining the physiological and physical effects of Tabata training with Kempo sports movement techniques. Materials and methods. The study participants were 16 adolescents divided into two distinct groups: the Tabata group and the non-Tabata group. The training was conducted for 6 weeks, 3 times per week, with each session lasting 2 hours. The training components for kicks and punches included Gyaku Geri, Jun Mawashi Geri, Jun Zuki, and Gyaku Mawashi Geri. Each teenager did physical exercise once a week for 2 hours. A normality test (Shapiro-Wilk) was used to assess the normality of the data. A Two-Way ANOVA with a significance level of less than 0.05 was conducted to examine the difference in means between the two groups. Furthermore, the researchers also tested the N-Gain Score to assess the effectiveness of the 6-week Tabata training program. All tests were conducted using SPSS version 23 and GraphPad Prisma version 10 for graph creation. Results. The statistics indicate that a 6-week training with Tabata can effectively reduce resting heart rate and improve Standing Broad Jump (SBJ) performance by a value of sig. <0.05. In the pretest-posttest difference test within the group, the results show sig. <0.05. The results of the N-Gain Score test show that Kempo training using the Tabata method is effective in reducing resting heart rate by up to 88%, but is not effective in increasing power (SBJ) by a value of 10%. Conclusions. The study revealed that incorporating the Tabata method into Kempo training, with necessary adjustments for 6 weeks, led to a notable reduction in resting heart rate. A decrease in resting heart rate is a dependable indicator of the advancement in physical fitness and general well-being in adolescents.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"44 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139166005","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Effects of LTAD-Based Programming on Fundamental Skills and Physical Abilities of Basketball Players Aged 11-12 Years","authors":"T. Hidayah, Andry Akhiruyanto, Dewangga Yudhistira, Haris Kurnianto","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.13","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.13","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. The purpose of this research is to determine the effect of LTAD-based programming on the physical abilities and fundamental skills of basketball players aged 11-12 years. Materials and methods. The research method used was an experimental one-group pretest-posttest design. The study participants included 50 basketball players, 25 males and 25 females, weighing ±50–70 kg and standing 159–172 cm tall.The instruments used consisted of a multistage fitness test, 30-meter sprint, Illinois run, layup, shooting under the ring, and free throw. Data was gathered by observation and testing. The data was analyzed descriptively using Wilcoxon and Mann-Whitney tests, which were aided by SPSS version 23. Results. The results of the male and female groups’ pretest-posttest showed that the Asymp.sig (2-tailed) values for the aspects of endurance, speed, agility, layup, shooting under the ring, and free throw were 0.000<0.05. The results of the posttest comparison between males and females revealed that the Asymp.sig (2-tailed) value for the aspects of endurance, agility, speed, layup, and free throw was 0.264–0.938>0.05, only for shooting under the ring the Asymp.sig (2-tailed) value was 0.008 <0.05. Conclusions. The male and female groups’ posttest results were better than the pretest results before LTAD-based programming. The majority of the posttest comparisons between males and females revealed no significant differences. This suggests that both the male and female groups improved after receiving LTAD-based programming.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"93 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139163769","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of Contrast Training with Two Sessions Weekly Frequency on Physical Fitness of University-Level Male Soccer Players","authors":"R. Thapa, Gopal Kumar, Shiny Raizada, A. Bagchi","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.10","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.10","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of a six-week contrast training intervention conducted twice per week during the preparatory period on the measures of physical fitness in university-level male soccer players. Materials and methods. Sixteen players were selected as participants and randomly assigned to an experimental group or an active control group. Data were collected at baseline and after a six-week training intervention period for 15 m and 30 m linear sprint, medicine ball throw (MBT), standing long jump (SLJ), countermovement jump (CMJ), change of direction speed (CODS), peak torque (both legs) during extension and flexion, and running-based anaerobic sprint test (RAST). Results. The analysis revealed reported significant small to very-large magnitude within-group improvement in all the dependent variables for the experimental group (p<0.001–0.028) but not for the control group (p=0.066–1.000). Further, the analysis of covariance with the pre-test scores as covariates revealed significant differences at post-intervention assessments for all the dependent variables, favoring the contrast training group (p<0.001–0.05). Conclusions. A six-week contrast training intervention with two weekly sessions during the preparatory period may be sufficient to induce small improvement in the 30 m linear sprint and isokinetic strength of both legs, moderate improvement in the 15 m linear sprint, and MBT, large improvements in SLJ, RAST, and a very large improvement in vertical jump (CMJ) and CODS.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"220 S714","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139165573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Bee Products Potentially Reduce Oxidative Stress and Inflammation After Physical Activity/Exercise: A Systematic Review","authors":"Donny Ardy, Kusuma 1ADE, Mohamed Nashrudin Bin, Naharudin 2ABD, C. Callixte, Mohammed Aljunaid, Awang Firmansyah, Deby Tri, Mario 5AB, Ilham 5AB, Anton Komaini, Novadri Ayubi","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.19","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.19","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. This research aims to analyze and highlight the potential of bee products in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation after physical activity/exercise. Materials and methods. This research uses a systematic review method by searching various journal databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed and Embase. The inclusion criteria in this study were articles published in the last 5 years and articles discussing bee products, honey, oxidative stress, inflammation, physical activity, and exercise. The exclusion criteria in this study were articles published in disreputable journals. Titles, abstracts, and full texts of articles were screened then verified and stored in Mendeley software. A total of 7,124 articles from the Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed and Embase databases were identified. A total of 8 articles that met the inclusion criteria were selected and analyzed for this systematic review. Results. Bee products that have anti-oxidant properties can reduce oxidative stress and the anti-inflammatory properties of bee products can reduce uncontrolled inflammation due to exercise. Conclusions. Bee products contain flavonoids which have anti-oxidant properties which can reduce oxidative stress. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties of bee products can reduce uncontrolled inflammation due to physical activity/exercise. In this case, honey works by inhibiting inflammation through NF-κB signals and reducing inflammation by suppressing the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and inflammatory markers such as CRP. Reducing inflammation can reduce the intensity of muscle pain. It is recommended that bee products be used in individuals to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation after physical activity/exercise.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"46 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139163343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Impact of Combined Thai Yoga and Elastic Band Exercise on Physical Fitness and Exercise Capacity in Older Patients with Type 2 Diabetes","authors":"Nattha Muangritdech, T. Promsrisuk, R. Kongsui, Napatr Sriraksa, S. Thongrong, A. Srithawong","doi":"10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.11","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.17309/tmfv.2023.6.11","url":null,"abstract":"Study purpose. Although it is acknowledged that exercise can positively affect both physical and biochemical markers in older individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2DM), there are still uncertainties about the specific impacts of combining Thai yoga with an elastic band exercise in this population. The objective of the study was to assess the impact of a 12-week program involving Thai yoga combined with an elastic band exercise on the physical fitness and functional exercise capacity among older individuals with T2DM. Materials and methods. A total of 42 participants, consisting of 20 men and 22 women with T2DM and a mean age of 64.6±3.6 years, were randomly assigned to two groups: the control group and the exercise group. The exercise group engaged in a daily regimen of Thai yoga combined with an elastic band exercise for 40 minutes, 5 days a week, over a 12-week period. In contrast, the control group maintained their regular routines. Physical fitness and functional exercise capacity were assessed both before and after the 12-week intervention. Results. The exercise group showed significant reductions in body weight (58.7±11.9 vs. 58.0±12.0 kg), body mass index (24.2±3.0 vs. 23.9±3.0 kg/m2), waist circumference (33.6±3.6 vs. 33.1±3.6 in), and waist-hip ratio (0.90±0.06 vs. 0.89±0.06) (p < 0.001). Additionally, there were notable improvements in physical fitness parameters, including hand grips, back strength, leg strength (p < 0.01), and trunk flexibility (p < 0.001). Functional exercise capacity, indicated by the 6-minute walk test and estimated peak oxygen consumption (p < 0.01), also improved significantly. Conclusions. Thai yoga combined with an elastic band exercise enhances physical fitness and functional exercise capacity in older individuals with T2DM. This improvement has the potential to enhance their cardiopulmonary performance. Consequently, this exercise regimen is considered a health alternative for older individuals with T2DM.","PeriodicalId":178000,"journal":{"name":"Physical Education Theory and Methodology","volume":"45 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139163447","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}