Reference values of handgrip mens judo practitioners

  • Luis Carlos Oliveira Gonçalves UNIRIO - Laboratório de Bioquí­mica de Proteí­nas
  • Raphael Benassi Benassi & Salvador Fisiologia do Exercí­cio
  • Artur Luis Bessa de Oliveira Universidade Federal de Uberlândia - UFU - Instituto de Genética e Bioquí­mica
Keywords: Hand strength, Muscle strength dynamometer, Reference values

Abstract

The goal of this study is to seek reference values of the hand grip strength in male judo athletes, aging 10 to 46 years. JAMAR was the equipment utilized, adjusted for self selection of the subjects, and with one minute interval between the measurements. The positions used for the test followed the ASHT (American Society of Hand Therapists) recommendation, the tested individuals should be seated with their shoulders adducted, their elbows flexed 90◦, and their forearms in neutral. The handgrip strength values were lower in the first group (10-13 years), and rose progressively until de fifth group (26-30 years), when the values start to descend. The table found in our study shows that strength values in different age groups, could provide a reference for athletes and coaches.

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Published
2012-04-17
How to Cite
Oliveira Gonçalves, L. C., Benassi, R., & Bessa de Oliveira, A. L. (2012). Reference values of handgrip mens judo practitioners. Brazilian Journal of Exercise Prescription and Physiology, 6(32). Retrieved from https://www.rbpfex.com.br/index.php/rbpfex/article/view/372
Issue
Vol. 6 No. 32 (2012)
Section
Scientific Articles - Original

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