DETERMINING THE FUNCTIONAL SYMMETRY OF THE LOWER LIMBS BY USING THE Y BALANCE TEST
DETERMINING THE FUNCTIONAL SYMMETRY OF THE LOWER LIMBS BY USING THE Y BALANCE TEST

Author(s): Iancu RĂCHITĂ, Ofelia POPESCU, Mihaela NETOLITZCHI, Narcis NEAGU, Florin SUCIU
Subject(s): Methodology and research technology, Sports Studies
Published by: Discobolul Publishing House
Keywords: Y Balance Test; alpine skiing; non-specific training;
Summary/Abstract: The Y Balance Test is a dynamic test performed in a single-leg balance position that requires strength and mobility. The test is used to assess the functional symmetry of the lower limbs and identify athletes at high risk of injury. Technological advances in equipment and slope preparation as well as the increase in strength and speed indices have turned alpine skiing into an extremely spectacular sport, which is why the stress on athletes’ muscles and joints has constantly grown. Therefore, permanent changes in non-specific training have been required in recent times, leading coaches to be more and more concerned with finding the most effective methods of training and preventing injuries. In order to make training performance more efficient, calculation formulas are used to identify differences in limb symmetry. The research purpose was to identify the most effective methods and means leading to the development of joint mobility and the prevention of injuries. The research consisted of a case study that was conducted over eight weeks and included training programmes for the development of both mobility and specific speed and strength. The research was carried out experimentally so that the results obtained could be implemented in the future training programmes of the national team. The participant belongs to the Carpați Sinaia Sports Club and was assessed by the Y Balance Test. The athlete’s results in the final test highlighted the effectiveness of the training programmes, which was revealed by an increase in the composite score between the two tests

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