Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal
  • Year: 2019
  • Volume: 13
  • Issue: 1

Shuttle run test in athletes of belagavi-An exploratory study

1Associate Professor, Head of Department of Sports, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

2Post Graduation Student, Sports Physiotherapy, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

3Lecturer, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

*Corresponding Author: Raunak L. Fondekar Post Graduation Student, Sports Physiotherapy, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India Email: raunakfondekar29@yahoo.com

Online published on 18 January, 2019.

Abstract

10 meters Shuttle run test is a field test which measures the agility and speed of athletes. this is a test of speed, body control and the ability to change direction.

The objective of this study was to find Common value of shuttle run test in athletes of Belagavi and to set concrete data which will prove as a base line for any other studies/training which will involve designing rehabilitation and/or fitness protocol for Belagavi athletic population

162 athletes (n=162) were taken for the study.10 meter shuttle run test was performed by the athletes. The time taken to complete the test was recorded.

Total mean best time for males was found to be 10.99 and for females it was found to be 10.78.

The overall speed range for 10 meter shuttle run test in Belagavi athletes is between 9.00–12.70 Seconds. The speed range for male athletes is between 9.00–12.70 Seconds, and for female athletes it ranges between 9.00–12.50 Seconds. Mean best time for males was 10.69 Seconds

Keywords

10 Meters Shuttle Run Test, Belagavi athletes, Field test, Speed, Agility