Article Review

Scientific research has proved that constant physical exercises and fitness not only improve health but can also aid in the improvement of significant aspects of our lives. Additionally, regularly does of physical exercise, partaking in sports provides both male and female, even those with disabilities physical and mental health benefits. Physical activity is very cheap and a powerful means of disease prevention and reduction of stress that may be arising for work or education. In this paper, there will be a complete literature review of this kind of article and their full assessment.

Article 1

Zhong M Tay, Ying Hwa Kee, Pui Wah Kong and Wei-Hsiu Lin

Trampoline Versus Resistance Training in Young Adults: Effects on Knee Muscles Strength and Balance

Journal of Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, April 2019, Volume 90, Issue 4, Pp [452-460]

Summary of the Article

According to the authors, trampoline parks have become very common in most states as they provide recreational facilities for both the young and old. This investigation was conducted to illuminate on the impacts of trampoline training on an individua’s knee muscular stringy and balance and provides a useful comparison between trampoline and resistance training.  The primary data collection method was experimentation and observation, where a sample was picked to participate in the trampoline exercise, and there was a collection of results after intervals of times. While jumping or performing acrobatic skills in trampoline platforms, there is a generation of force from the bed by the knees, thus improving leg strengths as the resistance training. Trampoline exercise improved the knee extensors and flexors strength, thus causing a problem increase in leg strength that ultimately increased participants balance; this was proved by the Y Balance Test (YBT). From the participatory objection, trampoline exercise can be viewed as a means of recreation. It can also be used as a means of exercising and improvement of neuromuscular functioning in people. Thus, there are comparable results when comparing trampoline raining to resistance training (Tay, Lin, Kee & Kong, 2019).

Strengths

Various implications were discussed concerning participation in trampoline training. The improvement in knee strength and enhancement of balance are some factors outlined. When jumping off a trampoline bed or performing an acrobatic skill, there is a generation of force by the knees. Thus, the constant exaction of force and pressures improve leg strength. Additionally, due to leg strength, there is a consequent acquisition of knee reflex and flexibility, thus improving balance. Therefore, trampoline training aids in the improvement of knee strength, just like resistance training.

Weaknesses

Despite the various benefits outlined from the participation in the trampoline exercise, I believe that the training will not work due to some factors. The YBT tool was the only factor used to measure the balance attainment; thus, there may be an exaggeration of some results due to lack of multiple tools to confirm the result. Additionally, the tool simply provided the dynamics of balance but did not illustrate how the balance is controlled. The training intensity between trampoline and resistance training is entirely different. Thus, the lack of observed difference per session may lead to some exaggerated results.

Assessment

The article was very educative and insightful. The authors’ thesis on the similarity between trampoline training and resistance training, however, was pushed too far. In my perspective, there is a significant difference between the two and the results obtained will be completely different. Knee strength and balance will be more on a resistance training session that the trampoline training. I believe that there may be an exaggeration of results due to a lack of analysis tools. Therefore, I would not recommend the application of such an article in a future study.

Article 2

James Alisa R.; Collier Douglas; and Brusseau, Tim

Preservice Physical Educators’ Perceptions of Sport Education

Journal of Research quarterly for exercise and sport, October 2015, Volume 72, Pp [342-358]

Summary

There has been a constant abstraction on the various perspectives of the preservice physical education on sports education (SE). The primary purpose of this investigation was to examine and analyze the PE teacher’s views, and comments about advanced basketball classes directed by novice instructor’s through the application of the SE program. Data were collected by interviewing a sample of 10 PE teachers. Data were analyzed through the categorization and examination of the common elements that tied together. The results indicated that students benefited from their classes as they focused their learning, and they would have the skills and knowledge to become instructors themselves. Additionally, the students believed that their efforts would count for their final grade. The PE teachers commented that they were able to learn from their action of coaching the students and gained more skills and knowledge about the game (James, Collier & Brousseau, 2015).

Strengths

Various results that were explained by the author outlined a significant benefit of the use of preservice PE coaches in the SE model. However, the main factor that had a significant impact was the fact that the preservice coaches were able to learn more about the game while tutoring. This is evident since the preservice teachers. Before undertaking the official teaching practice, through constant supervisions, these instructors can acquire and sharpen their skills in the course of training others. Therefore, there is a significant benefit of the SE program in institutions towards skills and knowledge improvement.

Weaknesses

The study involved the coverage of 38 PE teachers; however, only 10 were interviewed. Such kind of sample is small with the population at large. The authors should have included at least. The conduction of such data collection could not work, which led to the collection of shallow results. Additionally, among the 10 interviewees, 7 were male and 3 females. In my conscious, this presents a total gender-biased study. Therefore, the results collected were mainly influenced by the primary gene. Therefore, a larger sample and more gender equality would be recommended.

Assessment

Review of the article was very enlightening. Despite the various noted weaknesses noted, the study would be beneficial for any future research to be conducted on the same topic. This is because there is a clear explanation of the benefits of the use of preservice students in coaching. Moreover, it covers the benefits arising from the Sport Education model.

In conclusion, with the following article review, there is an illustration that there is a significant benefit arising from physical exercise. Therefore, people and institutions should implement physical exercise plans and schedule.

References

James, A., Collier, D., & Brousseau, T. (2015). Preservice Physical Educators’ Perspectives of Sport Education. Research Quarterly For Exercise And Sport, 72, 342-358. doi: 10.18666/tpe-2015-v72-i5-4271

Tay, Z., Lin, W., Kee, Y., & Kong, P. (2019). Trampoline Versus Resistance Training in Young Adults: Effects on Knee Muscles Strength and Balance. Research Quarterly For Exercise And Sport, 90(4), 452-460. doi: 10.1080/02701367.2019.1616045