Effects of Calisthenics and Life Kinetics on Reaction Time, Balance, and Swimming in Male Swimmers

The Effects of Calisthenics and Life Kinetics Exercises on Reaction Time, Balance, and Swimming Performance in Male Swimmers

This study investigates the effects of calisthenics and life kinetics exercises on reaction time, balance, and swimming performance in male swimmers. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will perform these additional exercises alongside their regular swimming training, while the other group will continue only with swimming. The study aims to find out if adding these exercises can improve swimmers' physical and performance abilities. The study lasts 8 weeks, with measurements taken before and after the program.

his study evaluated the effects of an 8-week calisthenics and life kinetics exercise program on reaction time, balance, and swimming performance in male swimmers. Participants were randomly assigned to either an intervention group, performing the exercises alongside regular swim training, or a control group continuing swim training only. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included standardized reaction time tests, balance evaluations using validated tools, and swimming performance measured through timed swim trials. The study determined whether the addition of these exercises led to significant improvements in the swimmers' physical abilities and performance outcomes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male students aged between 18 and 25 years
• Enrolled in the Department of Coaching Education, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Bingöl University
• Specialized in swimming and actively participating in regular swimming training
• No musculoskeletal or neurological conditions in the past six months
• Provided written informed consent and voluntarily agreed to participate

Exclusion Criteria:

• Female students
• Participants who miss more than 2 training sessions during the 8-week intervention
• Current or recent (past 6 months) injury or surgery that limits physical activity
• Use of medication affecting balance, coordination, or motor function
• Participation in any other training program outside of the study during the intervention period