The effect of SAQ exercises on physical fitness level and performance of swimming players

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Assistant professor at the aquatic sport training department, faculty of physical education for girls.

Abstract

SAQ training is known as one of the most effective training methods to 
improve performance in swimming sports. Objective: This study aimed to identify the 
effect of the of SAQ exercises training on the level of physical fitness and skillful 
performance levels of swimming players. Methods: Sixteen female swimming players 
was included in this study. The mean of their age, weight and height were (18.29 ± 
1.17) years, (63.91± 1.25) kg, and (165 ± 2.33) cm, respectively. Participants was 
divided into two groups, experimental and control. All participants agreed to 
participate in the study and were familiar with SAQ training. (Pre - post) test 
measurements was taken Results: The most important results obtained from this study 
that 8 weeks of SAQ exercises training was effective on improving physical fitness 
level and skill performance in swimming players. Conclusion: SAQ training showed 
an improvement in muscles strength and some skills performance.
Keywords: Swimming, SAQ training, fitness.