Comparison of selected physiological and game related physical fitness variables of runner and chaser of kho-kho

The purpose of this study was to compare the selected physiological and game related physical fitness variables between runner and chaser of kho-kho. A sample of 30 kho-kho players (15 chasers and 15 runners) were selected through purposive sampling technique from Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Erode. Speed was tested by using 30 mts run. Agility was tested by right Boomerang run test. Resting pulse rate was measured by counting the pulse per minute, Systolic Blood pressure was measured by Sphygmomanometer. Collected data were analysed by computing the ‘t’ test to see the significant mean difference between the runner and chaser on physiological and game related physical fitness variables. The results indicated that there were insignificant differences with regard to physiological and game related variables i.e. speed, agility, resting pulse rate and systolic blood pressure between chaser and runner of kho-kho. The outcome of the study might help physical educators and coaches to evaluate and modify the training programs pertaining to the physiological and game related physical fitness components.