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- Abstract:
- The purpose of this study was to examine what weight loss methods Taekwondo athletes’ use, assess their knowledge on the effects of their outcomes, and investigate where their sources of information were coming from. Thirty elite level US Taekwondo fighters, (14 males and 16 females) participated. Each participant was at least a 1st Dan black belt and had a minimum of three years sparring experience. Data was collected using a questionnaire that evaluated demographic information, rapid weight loss (RWL) methods, and the level of education of the participants on the effects of rapid weight loss practices. Chi-square tests were used to compare groups. Nearly 97% of the athletes reported regularly partaking in RWL behaviors prior to a major competition. Approximately 63.3% of athletes admitted to losing more than 5% of their body weight (BW) for competitions. Only 42.9% of the male athletes and 37.5% of the female athletes reported that they have worked with a nutritionist to help them manage their weight for competitions. The coach was listed overall as the most influential factor in their weight loss journey. Having a “competitive advantage” was the highest selected reason that 73.3% of athletes chose as to why they cut weight for competitions, followed by height advantage. Proper guidance and educational programs given from licensed professionals could help decrease the disturbingly high use of RWL behaviors. The World Taekwondo Federation and the national governing body should consider implementing new rules and regulations to sanction harmful RWL practices.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2017.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 47-48).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Aziza Chambers. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- HQ755.8.B38 2017_ChambersAziza ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- HQ755.8.B38 2017 ( lcc )
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