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A Comparative Status On Selected Physiological And Motor Variables Of Different Level Women Kho-Kho Players In West Bengal

Author(s) Mr. Suman Das, Mr. Noorkalam Sekh
Country India
Abstract Background of the study
Kho-Kho, a traditional Indian tag sport, has evolved into a structured competitive discipline played at district, state, and national levels. The physiological and motor demands of the sport, such as cardiovascular endurance, agility, and explosive power, are critical for performance, especially at higher competition levels. However, limited scientific studies have investigated how these fitness variables differ across performance levels among female Kho-Kho players. This study aimed to evaluate and compare selected physiological (Resting Heart Rate and Vital Capacity) and motor fitness variables (Flexibility, Agility, and Explosive Power) among women players from the Burdwan district of West Bengal across three levels: district, state, and national.

Materials and Methods
Sixty female Kho-Kho players aged 18–25 years were purposively selected and equally divided into three groups (n=20 per group) based on their competitive levels—district, state, and national. Anthropometric data (age, height, weight, and BMI) were recorded to control confounding factors. The physiological variables assessed were Resting Heart Rate (using the radial pulse method) and Vital Capacity (using a spirometer). Motor fitness variables included Flexibility (measured by Sit and Reach Test), Agility (measured using Shuttle Run Test), and Explosive Power (measured by Standing Broad Jump). A static group comparison design was adopted. Data analysis was performed using one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) via Jamovi 2.5.6 software to determine statistically significant differences among groups.

Results
Significant differences were observed across all five physiological and motor fitness variables among the three groups (p < 0.05). National-level players demonstrated significantly lower Resting Heart Rate and higher Vital Capacity, indicating superior cardiovascular efficiency. They also showed better flexibility, greater agility, and stronger explosive power, reflecting advanced neuromuscular coordination and athletic conditioning. State-level players ranked second in most parameters, followed by district-level athletes. These differences are attributed to higher levels of training intensity, structured coaching, access to facilities, and competitive experience at the national level.

Conclusion
The study concludes that the level of competition significantly influences physiological and motor fitness attributes in female Kho-Kho players. National-level players exhibit superior performance metrics, emphasizing the importance of scientifically guided training and support systems. The results support the development of tailored fitness programs, early talent identification, and increased resource allocation at lower competitive levels. Limitations of the study include a small sample size, exclusion of male athletes, and lack of control over nutritional, psychological, and environmental variables. Future research should include longitudinal designs, larger samples, and more diverse regions to validate and expand these findings.
Keywords Kho-Kho, female athletes, sports science
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-05-27
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46170
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9mn43
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