The effects of single versus multiple training sessions on the motor learning of two Krav Maga strike techniques, in women.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Experts of the Krav Maga (KM) self-defense system propose that KM techniques are based on simple body movements which are suggested to be learned rapidly and retained. This study investigated the acquisition, retention, and further improvement with additional training of two KM strike techniques among novice female practitioners: straight punch and defensive kick.

Methods

Sixteen healthy females (age: 23 ± 3.7 years) without any previous martial arts/self-defense experience volunteered to participate. All participants received an initial 30-min instruction session (AQ), taught by a certified KM instructor, where each technique was deconstructed into three checkpoints (defined as a component of the entire movement) for learning. Participants were divided into two g

SUBMITTER: Di Bacco VE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7024584 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature