The influence of Taijiquan on athletes’ body control ability was analyzed based on sports biomechanics
Abstract
Background: The growing number of Taijiquan practitioners has sparked considerable curiosity from studies on the responsibility of Taijiquan exercise. Numerous researches have been undertaken using various methods to examine the impact of Taijiquan on physical and mental wellbeing. Objective: The purpose of this paper is to look at the biomechanical effects of Taijiquan practice on athletes’ ability to control their body equilibrium. Methods: 160 athletes (90 experimental groups and 70 control group) were assigned by chance to two groups. There were no significant variations in age, height, weight, or training time. The experimental group undergoes Taijiquan exercises for 8 months. The control group didn’t perform any exercises. After 8 months, athletes in the two groups were tested for the Functional Reach Test (FRT), Stork Stand Test (SST), and plantar pressure measurement (PPM) and paired t-test. Results: The experimental group demonstrated improved FRT, SST, and PPM, indicating that Taijiquan practice improved equilibrium and stability during accomplishment activities. The experimental group demonstrated longer bearing maintenance, stability control, and a smaller average pressure area, indicating more capable pressure. Additionally, creative stability measurements were lower, indicating improved foot stability and control. Conclusion: Overall, the data indicates that the Taijiquan training considerably improves athletes’ body balance organizing ability, with positive impacts on both dynamic and static balance actions.
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