EFFECTS OF SWIMMING ON THE MORPHOFUNCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG ADULTS AGED 20 TO 30 YEARS
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https://doi.org/10.24193/subbeag.70.sp.iss.2.50Keywords:
effects, swimming, morpho functional development, young peopleAbstract
Swimming is considered one of the most complex physical activities due to the involvement of multiple muscle groups and the support it provides for cardiovascular health. Regular practice of swimming represents an effective means of improving the morpho functional capacity of young adults. Objective: The study aimed to investigate the effects of regular swimming on the development of morpho functional capacities in young adults aged between 20 and 30 years. It sought to determine the extent to which swimming contributes to the optimization of physical performance and health indicators. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted at the Swimming and Kinetotherapy Complex, where a group of participants within the specified age range was selected. They were monitored throughout a structured swimming program conducted over a period of twelve weeks. Initial and final assessments included measurements of body composition using the “Tanita” device, as well as functional capacity tests performed before and after the experimental program. Results: The results highlighted significant improvements in body composition, with a decrease in body fat percentage and an increase in lean muscle mass. Cardiovascular endurance also showed measurable progress. Discussion: The findings of this study are consistent with previous research emphasizing the beneficial effects of swimming on morpho functional development, confirming that regular practice generates both structural and functional adaptations. Conclusions: Swimming represents an effective strategy for improving morpho functional development in young adults aged between 20 and 30 years.
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