Profil Kondisi Fisik Pada Unit Kegiatan Rugby Universitas Negeri Surabaya Putra 2023

Abstract

Physical condition is an important aspect in achieving increased performance in an athlete, it can even be said to be a benchmark in competitive sports. Physical condition is also the basis for developing technical, tactical, strategic and mental abilities in athletes. Optimum physical condition can be achieved if it starts at a young age and also performs physical activity repeatedly, continuously and consistently. Rugby is a team sport played by two teams and the game involves high physical contact with the opponent. The physical biomotors needed in rugby include endurance, speed, power, and agility. This study aimed to determine the physical condition of the male athletes at the Surabaya State University Rugby Student Activity Unit. In this study the method used was descriptive quantitative research with test and measurement techniques.For the research sample there were 12 male athletes from the Surabaya State University Rugby Student Activity Unit.The 5 test items and measurements were in accordance with the characteristics of the sport of rugby, namelyMultitasge Fitness Test, Sprint 20 meter, Standing Long Jump, Illinois Agility run, Overhead Medicine Ball Throw.Thus it can be concluded that the test items and measurements given are effective for knowing the physical condition in rugby.