Physical Conditions as an Instrument for Monitoring and Evaluating the Effectiveness of Training Programs in Youth Male Athletes
Djoko Nugroho(1), Moh. Nanang Himawan Kusuma(2), Agustiyanta(1), Baskoro Nugroho Putro(1)

1) Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Sporty Sciences, University of Sebelas Maret
2) Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Jenderal Soedirman

Abstract

Physical condition is an important parameter used to assess the physical readiness of athletes to face the competition. Aspects of endurance, speed, strength, coordination and flexibility are some of the physical components that determine the quality of an athletes physical condition. Having a good level of physical condition provides a positive contribution both to the quality of technical movements and mental strength while participating in competitions. On the other hand, profile data related to the athletes physical condition is also very necessary in the training process which can be used for the process of monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the training program that has been given.
This study aims to carry out test and measurement tests as well as data collection related to the physical condition profile of athletes in PPLP Banten, where the mentioned profile has not been held to date.
Methods. This study was a quantitative descriptive method with a cross sectional approach. Total sampling methods was implemented to 54 athletes, who were prepared to compete in POPNAS 2019. The instrument test of physical condition was prepared by the Sport Science team of the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Result. The measurement show that the physical condition of PPLP Banten as a general shows that 28% are in the Excellent criteria, 31% are in the Good criteria, while 17% are in the Medium criteria, 24% are in the Less criteria, and 0% are in the Very Less criteria. Conclusion. The conclusion of the study state the Physical Condition of Athletes of PPLP Banten is in the Good Category with a percentage of 31%.

Keywords: Physical, VO2Max, Junior, Athletes, PPLP

Topic: Sport Science