Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part B (2024)

Background: Kabaddi is a dynamic sport requiring a high level of physical fitness, including Speed, agility, explosive power, grip strength, and cardiorespiratory endurance. Understanding the correlation between these physical fitness components and playing ability among women Kabaddi players in rural areas can provide insights into optimizing training and improving performance.

Aim: This study aims to explore the correlation between key physical fitness components (speed, agility, explosive power) and the playing ability of women Kabaddi players from rural areas.

Method: A total of 50 women Kabaddi players from rural regions in Coimbatore were selected for this study. Physical fitness components were assessed using standardized tests: laying ability was gauged based on performance metrics such as successful raids, successful tackles, and overall match performance, recorded through observation and match statistics. Correlation analyses were conducted to determine the relationship between the physical fitness components and playing ability.

Results: The study found a strong positive correlation between playing ability and key physical fitness components among women Kabaddi players. Speed (r=0.873r = 0.873r=0.873), agility (r=0.854r = 0.854r=0.854), and explosive power (r=0.901r = 0.901r=0.901) were all significantly associated with improved playing ability, with p=0.000p = 0.000p=0.000 for each correlation. These findings highlight the importance of these fitness components in enhancing performance in Kabaddi.

Conclusion: The study concludes that physical fitness components, particularly speed, agility, explosive power significantly influence the playing ability of women Kabaddi players in rural areas. Enhancing these fitness components through targeted training could improve overall performance in Kabaddi. These findings underscore the importance of incorporating comprehensive physical fitness training into preparation programs for rural women Kabaddi players.