ABSTRACT

1. International Journal of Physical Education and Sports
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Comparison of selected physical fitness
Basketball and V
Sravan Kumar Singh Yadav1
, Mahesh Yadav
1
Research Scholar, Department of Physical Education, G.G.V., Bilaspur (C.G.) India
2
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, M.G.P.G. College, Gorakhpur (U.P.) India
Received October 01, 201
The aim of the present study was to compare the selected
basketball and volleyball male players. Total forty subjects were randomly selected (20 from basketball and 20
from volleyball) from various schools of Ghazipur District of Uttar Pradesh were taken as a sample. Th
ranged between 15-18 years. Physical fitness tests were used to measure the selected physical fitness variables of
players. For analysis of the data Mean & Standard Deviation were calculated and to examine the significance
difference between the groups mean of different physical fitness variables, independent t
level of confidence was set at 0.05 level. Study concluded that insignificant difference found between the means of
selected physical fitness variables such as speed, ag
and volleyball male players.
Key words: Physical fitness, Speed, Agility, Endurance and Flexibility
1. Introduction
Physical fitness is ability to perform daily task with energy and
enjoy leisure time pursuits and to meet the unpredicted Emergencies. Physical fitness is defined as a set of ability
to carry out physical ability. Regular physical exercise is an important part to remain fit and
active in the long run and we also feel better. Exercise can help you to remove some diseases like diabetes,
prevention of cancer and heart problems (Rao, 2010).
Different people have a lot of view regarding physical fitness. Being a c
physique is a symbol of physical fitness. According to doctor, the proper functioning of physiological systems is
physical fitness. In fact, physical fitness is a simple term with a wide meaning. For a common man, Physical fitness
means the capacity to do the routine work without any fatigue or exertion and after doing his work he has also
energy to do some more work and the recovery is quicker. Physical fitness is more then the possession of strength
and endurance. It means to maintain good physical fitness with the capacity to do ones everyday task to engage in
recreational pursuits and to meet emergencies, when they arise. In fact, physical fitness is possessed by the
individual with enthusiast with vigorous. (Sharma, 2010)
The physical fitness was the sum of five motor abilities namely; speed, strength, endurance, flexibility and
co-ordination abilities and their complex form like strength, endurance, maximum strength, explosive strength,
maximum speed, and agility were the basic
performances depend to a greater extend on these abilities. (Ahmed, 2010) According to Bhowmick, (2002)
conducted a fitness profile study of athletes participating in track and field, gymnastics, s
total fitness, the gymnastics group had the highest fitness score whereas the swimming group had the lowest. In
speed, the track and field, gymnastic and boxing groups were found to be better than the swimming group. Track
and field and gymnastic groups were superior to that of the swimming and the boxing groups in legs explosive
strength.
International Journal of Physical Education and Sports
23, Year: 2016
Comparison of selected physical fitness variables of school level
Basketball and Volleyball male players
Mahesh Yadav2
, Inder Kerketta1
Research Scholar, Department of Physical Education, G.G.V., Bilaspur (C.G.) India
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, M.G.P.G. College, Gorakhpur (U.P.) India
, 2016; Accepted October 20, 2016; Published October 25, 2016
Abstract
The aim of the present study was to compare the selected physical fitness variables of school level
basketball and volleyball male players. Total forty subjects were randomly selected (20 from basketball and 20
from volleyball) from various schools of Ghazipur District of Uttar Pradesh were taken as a sample. Th
18 years. Physical fitness tests were used to measure the selected physical fitness variables of
players. For analysis of the data Mean & Standard Deviation were calculated and to examine the significance
oups mean of different physical fitness variables, independent t
level of confidence was set at 0.05 level. Study concluded that insignificant difference found between the means of
selected physical fitness variables such as speed, agility, endurance and flexibility between school level basketball
Physical fitness, Speed, Agility, Endurance and Flexibility.
Physical fitness is ability to perform daily task with energy and alertness without under fatigue and still
enjoy leisure time pursuits and to meet the unpredicted Emergencies. Physical fitness is defined as a set of ability
to carry out physical ability. Regular physical exercise is an important part to remain fit and
active in the long run and we also feel better. Exercise can help you to remove some diseases like diabetes,
prevention of cancer and heart problems (Rao, 2010).
Different people have a lot of view regarding physical fitness. Being a common Man to have a good
physique is a symbol of physical fitness. According to doctor, the proper functioning of physiological systems is
physical fitness. In fact, physical fitness is a simple term with a wide meaning. For a common man, Physical fitness
means the capacity to do the routine work without any fatigue or exertion and after doing his work he has also
energy to do some more work and the recovery is quicker. Physical fitness is more then the possession of strength
tain good physical fitness with the capacity to do ones everyday task to engage in
recreational pursuits and to meet emergencies, when they arise. In fact, physical fitness is possessed by the
individual with enthusiast with vigorous. (Sharma, 2010)
ysical fitness was the sum of five motor abilities namely; speed, strength, endurance, flexibility and
ordination abilities and their complex form like strength, endurance, maximum strength, explosive strength,
maximum speed, and agility were the basic prerequisites of human motor action. Therefore, the sports
performances depend to a greater extend on these abilities. (Ahmed, 2010) According to Bhowmick, (2002)
conducted a fitness profile study of athletes participating in track and field, gymnastics, s
total fitness, the gymnastics group had the highest fitness score whereas the swimming group had the lowest. In
speed, the track and field, gymnastic and boxing groups were found to be better than the swimming group. Track
and gymnastic groups were superior to that of the swimming and the boxing groups in legs explosive
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variables of school level
olleyball male players
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, M.G.P.G. College, Gorakhpur (U.P.) India
October 25, 2016
physical fitness variables of school level
basketball and volleyball male players. Total forty subjects were randomly selected (20 from basketball and 20
from volleyball) from various schools of Ghazipur District of Uttar Pradesh were taken as a sample. Their age
18 years. Physical fitness tests were used to measure the selected physical fitness variables of
players. For analysis of the data Mean & Standard Deviation were calculated and to examine the significance
oups mean of different physical fitness variables, independent t-test was applied, and
level of confidence was set at 0.05 level. Study concluded that insignificant difference found between the means of
ility, endurance and flexibility between school level basketball
alertness without under fatigue and still
enjoy leisure time pursuits and to meet the unpredicted Emergencies. Physical fitness is defined as a set of ability
to carry out physical ability. Regular physical exercise is an important part to remain fit and healthy. It keeps us
active in the long run and we also feel better. Exercise can help you to remove some diseases like diabetes,
ommon Man to have a good
physique is a symbol of physical fitness. According to doctor, the proper functioning of physiological systems is
physical fitness. In fact, physical fitness is a simple term with a wide meaning. For a common man, Physical fitness
means the capacity to do the routine work without any fatigue or exertion and after doing his work he has also
energy to do some more work and the recovery is quicker. Physical fitness is more then the possession of strength
tain good physical fitness with the capacity to do ones everyday task to engage in
recreational pursuits and to meet emergencies, when they arise. In fact, physical fitness is possessed by the
ysical fitness was the sum of five motor abilities namely; speed, strength, endurance, flexibility and
ordination abilities and their complex form like strength, endurance, maximum strength, explosive strength,
prerequisites of human motor action. Therefore, the sports
performances depend to a greater extend on these abilities. (Ahmed, 2010) According to Bhowmick, (2002)
conducted a fitness profile study of athletes participating in track and field, gymnastics, swimming and boxing. In
total fitness, the gymnastics group had the highest fitness score whereas the swimming group had the lowest. In
speed, the track and field, gymnastic and boxing groups were found to be better than the swimming group. Track
and gymnastic groups were superior to that of the swimming and the boxing groups in legs explosive

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2. Methodology
2.1 Selection of Subjects
Total forty male subjects were randomly selected (20 Basketball players and 20 Volleyball players) from
various schools of Ghazipur District of Uttar Pradesh were taken as a sample. Their age ranged between 15-18
years.
2.2 Selection of Variables
For the present study the researcher selected physical fitness variables.
• Speed
• Agility
• Endurance
• Flexibility
2.3 Criterion measures
The criterion measures were used to collect the data in a deal and systematic way to record in a correct
unit and style for each test item.
• Speed was measured by 50 meter dash run test and scores were recorded in second.
• Agility was measured by 10x4 meter shuttle run and scores were recorded in second.
• Endurance was measured by 600 yards run/walk test and score were recorded in minutes.
• Flexibility was measured by sit-and-reach test and score were recorded in centimeters.
2.4 Statistical analysis
To find out the significance differences of selected physical fitness variables of male school level
basketball and volleyball male players independent samples t-test used as a statistical technique for the data
analysis. The level of significance was set at 0.05. All statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 16.0.
3. Results of the Study
Table – 1
Show the comparison of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball players
Variables
Basketball players(N=20) Volleyball players(N=20)
SED t-value
Mean S.D. Mean S.D.
Speed 7.08 .20 7.23 .39 .09 1.15**
Agility 14.11 .48 14.09 .75 .20 .11**
Endurance 2.42 .21 2.27 .21 .067 2.18**
Flexibility 12.43 .27 12.44 .15 .069 .21**
**insignificant at 0.05 level, t.05 (df 38, 2.02)
The results of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball players are
presented the results of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball male players are
presented in the table. Analysis of data revealed not significant group differences were found for speed (1.15),
Agility (.11), Endurance (2.18) and Flexibility (.21). Thus, it may be concluded that the selected physical fitness
variables of school level Basketball and Volleyball male players were found to be statistically not significant.

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Graphical representation of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball players
4. Conclusion
In conclusion, the present study suggests that selected physical fitness variables i.e., speed, agility, endurance
and flexibility of school level basketball and volleyball male players were found to be statistically not significant.
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Sravan Kumar Singh Yadav,
Research Scholar,
Department of Physical Education,
G.G.V., Bilaspur (C.G.) India,
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Fig. – 1
Graphical representation of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball players
In conclusion, the present study suggests that selected physical fitness variables i.e., speed, agility, endurance
and flexibility of school level basketball and volleyball male players were found to be statistically not significant.
. (2010). Comparison of selected physical fitness variables of 18 years old male cricket players.
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Bhowmick, S. (2001). Performance related fitness of BKSP boys participating in team games. Bangladesh
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group of 12 to 14 years. Asian Journal of Physical Education and Computer Science in Sports, 2, 225
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tion,
Enduracne
Flexibility
Speed
Agility
Enduracne
Flexibility
Basketball Players Volleyball Players
2.42
12.43
7.23
14.09
2.27
12.45
0.48 0.21 0.27 0.40 0.76 0.21
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Graphical representation of selected physical fitness variables of school level basketball and volleyball players
In conclusion, the present study suggests that selected physical fitness variables i.e., speed, agility, endurance
and flexibility of school level basketball and volleyball male players were found to be statistically not significant.
. (2010). Comparison of selected physical fitness variables of 18 years old male cricket players.
a profile study. Bangladesh
Bhowmick, S. (2001). Performance related fitness of BKSP boys participating in team games. Bangladesh
school in rural and urban areas.
Rao, P. J. (2010). A comparative study on physical fitness among swimmers and Athletics between age
d Computer Science in Sports, 2, 225-229.
Sharkey, B. J. (1991). New dimensions in aerobic fitness: current issues in exercise science. Champaign, IL:
Sharma, V. K. (2010). Health and Education. Saraswati house Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1, 11.
Uddin, R., Rahman, A., & Md., S. (2015). Motor fitness of bksp male and female tennis players -a profile
study. International Journal of Physical Education, Health & Sports Sciences, 4(1).
ponents as predicators of Soccer playing
Uppal, A. K. (2001). Principles of sports training. Friends Publication, Delhi, India.
Flexibility
12.45
0.15
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SD