Pre-Competition Physical Fitness Profiles and Competitive Outcomes of Indonesian Wrestlers at the 2024 National Games
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wrestling, physical fitness, athlete monitoring, competitive performance, national gamesAbstract
This study aimed to evaluate pre-competition physical fitness profiles and competitive outcomes among East Java wrestlers participating in the 2024 Indonesian National Games. A quantitative descriptive design was employed involving 18 athletes (12 men and 6 women) competing in Greco-Roman, men's freestyle, and women's freestyle wrestling. Physical fitness assessments were conducted on May 8, 2024, using a standardized testing battery administered by the East Java National Sports Committee. The assessments covered muscular strength, muscular endurance, explosive power, speed, flexibility, and aerobic capacity. Competitive outcomes were obtained from official tournament records. The findings indicated generally favorable muscular strength and power characteristics, although some athletes did not achieve the established aerobic fitness and flexibility targets. The team secured 14 medals, comprising five gold, four silver, and five bronze. These findings highlight the importance of comprehensive physical fitness monitoring for identifying individual conditioning priorities among national-level wrestlers. Although the descriptive design does not establish a direct relationship between physical fitness and competitive success, the results provide practical insights for optimizing athlete preparation and informing evidence-based training strategies.
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