Análise de capacidades motoras e fatores psicológicos em praticantes de Karatê com diferentes níveis de experiência

Abstract

The aim of the present study was to compare motor ability and psychological factors among Karatê practitioners at different levels of experience. The sample consisted of 25 Karatê practitioners of both sexes (female = 11; male = 14), aged between 15 and 26 years, distributed in groups according to the time of regular practice in Karatê: GI (1 month to 3 years of practice - beginner level) and GA (more than 3 years of practice - advanced level). Balance, simple reaction time (SRT) and choice reaction time (CRT) were analyzed, as well as psychological variables trait/state anxiety, perceived general self-efficacy and coach/athlete relationship. The results revealed that the time of practice did not influence a greater level of motor ability SRT, CRT and balance, as well as on the general perceived self-efficacy, trait anxiety and coach/athlete relationship of the participants. In turn, the GI revealed a higher level in the state anxiety variable, compared to the GA. We concluded that different levels of experience in Karatê, based on the time of practice of the participants, affect the state of anxiety, but not the level of motor ability of reaction time and balance.