Exploring the Impact of Traditional Games on Physical Fitness and Athletic Performance in North Eastern India
Keywords:
North Eastern India, Traditional Games, Physical Fitness, Athletic Performance, Cultural Preservation, 50-meter Dash, Sports Science, Holistic Well-being., Community CohesionAbstract
This paper delves into the significant role traditional games play in promoting physical fitness among the populations of North Eastern states in India. With a rich cultural heritage and diverse traditional practices, these states offer a unique perspective on how indigenous games contribute to physical health and athletic performance. Utilizing data from a comparative analysis of 50-meter dash times among athletes from Assam, Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh, this study seeks to underscore the potential benefits of integrating traditional games into mainstream sports training programs. Through statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, tests of between-subjects effects, pairwise comparisons, and graphical representations, we explore the correlation between traditional game participation and enhanced athletic performance. Our findings aim to illuminate the broader implications of traditional games for physical fitness, potentially guiding policy and fostering a deeper appreciation for cultural practices in sports science.
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