Boosting Strength and Awareness: Effects of Resistance Training on Adolescents’ Perceptions and Progress. A Pilot study

Authors

  • Rosario Ceruso Research center of Physical education and exercise digital Pegaso University, Naples, Italy
  • Giuseppe Giardullo Research center of Physical education and exercise digital Pegaso University, Naples, Italy
  • Giuseppe Di Lascio Research center of Physical education and exercise digital Pegaso University, Naples, Italy
  • Gaetano Raiola Research center of Physical education and exercise digital Pegaso University, Naples, Italy

Keywords:

strength, developmental age, Broad Jump Test, specific training, questionnaire

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of the study is to explore the connection between the impact of the physical effects of a training protocol
for the development of resistance strength on adolescents' perceptions, opinions and awareness.
Methods: A sample of 12 subjects aged 10-12 years, all male, took part in the present study. The procedure is the administration
of the Broad Jump Test before and after the strength versus endurance development training protocol, with subsequent
administration of a questionnaire consisting of 2 items: the first on perceptions and opinions, the second on awareness. To
analyse the data, the student’s t-test for dependent samples, descriptive statistics, the Chi Square Test (X2) and Pearson's
correlation were used.
Results: 9.86% increase in strength was observed (P= .0016). Regarding perceptions, 66.7% of participants felt more
energized after the training, correlating with greater awareness of their abilities and progress (P= .028). Additionally, 83.3%
found the protocol stimulating, linked to improved recognition of bodily responses (P= .020). Among those who felt fit
(91.7%), a deeper understanding of body responses emerged (P< .001). Lastly, 83.3% who noted increased energy showed
heightened sensitivity to action outcomes (P= .028).
Conclusions: The results suggest a close connection between strength development and the positive impact on individual
perceptions and awareness, indicating that resistance training protocols not only promote physical adaptations, but also
foster awareness of the connections between improvement and benefit

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Published

31-12-2024

How to Cite

Ceruso, R., Giardullo, G., Di Lascio, G., & Raiola, G. . (2024). Boosting Strength and Awareness: Effects of Resistance Training on Adolescents’ Perceptions and Progress. A Pilot study. Acta Kinesiologica, 18(4), 64–71. Retrieved from https://akinesiologica.com/ojs_3.3.0-7/index.php/akinesiologica/article/view/384

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