Physical activity levels, agility skills and speed among female basketball players compared to non-basketball players in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research findings indicate a concerning prevalence of physical inactivity among Saudi females, which has been associated with low physical performance levels. To address this challenge, it is crucial to promote sports participation, particularly in activities such as basketball. However, despite its potential benefits, the specific effects of basketball engagement among Saudi females remain largely unexplored. Therefore, this study investigated the relationship between physical performance and basketball playing among female collegiate players compared to non-basketball players in Saudi Arabia. Also, this study examined the effect of years of playing basketball on the basketball players group's speed, agility, and physical activity levels.

Methods

The participants

SUBMITTER: Albishi AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11584110 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature