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VOL. 7, ISSUE 2 (2025)
Hockey playing skill is predicted by anthropometric measures, motor performance, physiological factors, and psychological characteristics: A survey
Authors
Dr. Veerendra K M
Abstract
An analysis of anthropometric, physiological, and psychological factors
influencing hockey performance indicates that while physical measurements (such
as height, weight, and body fat) and physiological metrics (including VO2max,
strength, power, aerobic fitness, and heart rate recovery) are strong
predictors of success, psychological aspects (like stress, motivation, and
focus) tend to exhibit weaker or inconsistent correlations. Nevertheless, these
psychological factors are essential for high-level competition, underscoring
that achievement relies on a combination of physical attributes, cardiovascular
fitness, muscular strength, agility, and mental resilience. Significant
findings frequently suggest that body fat percentage and BMI adversely affect
endurance, whereas leg power, flexibility, and aerobic capacity enhance skill
performance. Predictive models have identified particular combinations, such as
calf circumference, vital capacity, and resting heart rate, as reliable
indicators of hockey ability and the research article describes the more
information on to know the investigate the connection between hockey playing
ability and specific anthropometric measurements, investigate the connection
between hockey playing ability and specific motor performance variables,
understand how certain physiological factors relate to hockey playing ability,
investigate the connection between a few psychological factors and hockey skill
and investigate how the criterion variables (playing ability) of hockey players
are predicted by predictor variables (anthropometric measurements, motor
performance, physiological, and psychological variables).
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Pages:69-76
How to cite this article:
Dr. Veerendra K M "Hockey playing skill is predicted by anthropometric measures, motor performance, physiological factors, and psychological characteristics: A survey". International Journal of Physical Education, Exercise and Sports, Vol 7, Issue 2, 2025, Pages 69-76
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