The Effect of Utilizing Kinesthetic Compatibility Exercises on Enhancing Technical Performance in Breaststroke Swimming

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Faculty of Sports Sciences, Mutah University , JORDAN.

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          The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of using kinesthetic compatibility exercises on enhancing technical performance in breaststroke swimming. The researcher employed an experimental approach, and to achieve this, a sample of 22 students was purposively selected and divided into two groups: the experimental group consisting of 11 students who underwent kinesthetic compatibility exercises, and the control group consisting of 11 students who followed the regular program. Both groups were assessed before and after the intervention using a battery of kinesthetic skill tests, including breath control during gliding, leg movements with exhalation, arm movements with breathing, and overall breaststroke compatibility. The study results revealed statistically significant differences between pre-test and post-test measurements of breaststroke skills among the control group, with improvements ranging from 37% to 45%. Similarly, the results indicated statistically significant differences between pre-test and post-test measurements of breaststroke skills among the experimental group, with improvements ranging from 45% to 46%. Furthermore, the post-test measurements showed significant differences in all breaststroke skills between the two groups, favoring the experimental group with improvements ranging from 28% to 71%. The researcher recommends the use of the proposed training program incorporating kinesthetic compatibility exercises for teaching and developing breaststroke swimming. Additionally, the use of kinesthetic exercises in teaching and training various sports skills is recommended due to their potential in enhancing performance quality, energy efficiency, and time optimization.

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