Methods of training athletes in taekwondo and kickboxing for the development of speed qualities

the popularity of martial arts in our country determines a special approach to the analysis and study of innovative methods of training athletes in various applied sports. The study, analysis, and development of methodological recommendations for the training of athletes in taekwondo and kickboxing are very relevant today. The purpose of the study was a pedagogical analysis of taekwondo and kickboxing competitions and the development of a training methodology. The objective of the study was to develop a methodology for training athletes aimed at improving the speed skills of athletes aged 14-18. Pedagogical observation of the final matches at the ITF Taekwondo (sparring) and kickboxing (point fighting) championships in Russia in 2021-2022 among the junior age subgroup of 14-18 years was carried out using video materials. The features and patterns of duels are revealed. It was found that in most of the final matches, athletes who have both a high level of speed in performing physical actions – punches, kicks, movements, and with a high level of reaction speed won. A training technique has been developed and described, which is aimed at developing the speed qualities of athletes in ITF taekwondo and kickboxing aged 14-18. A pedagogical experiment was conducted that confirmed the effectiveness of this technique. Based on the conducted research, recommendations are given on the implementation of the developed methodology for developing the speed qualities of athletes in taekwondo and kickboxing in the training process by coaches.

taekwondo, kickboxing, rivals, speed, duel, technique, preparation