The Effect of a Novel Video Game on Young Soccer Players' Sports Performance and Attention: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Currently, the fusion of technology and sports is inevitable. The integration of various systems and devices has brought about significant transformations in established sports practices, impacting not only the rules but also physiological, biomechanical, and even psychological aspects.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of an attention intervention through a video game on young soccer players.

Methods

Twelve young male soccer players (age: mean 8.5, SD 1 years) were divided into 2 groups: a control group (CG; n=10) and an experimental group (EG; n=10). During the 6-week training program, the EG received attention training through a video game twice a week for 15 minutes per session. Pre- and postintervention measurements included

SUBMITTER: Feria-Madueno A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11144834 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature