In the analysis of this sport, 2 coaches participated, 1 female coach from Serbia and 1 male coach from Italy.
Average years of coaching experience: 9,5.
| Coordination: 13% |
| Speed reaction: 10% |
| Agility: 5% |
| Balance: 18% |
| Flexibility: 5% |
| Power: 25% |
| Muscle Endurance: 25% |
| Somatotype: Mesomorph |
| Arms: 2x long. Torso: 1x long, 1x normal. Legs: 1x normal, 1x not important. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 2 coaches, including 1 female coach from Serbia and 1 male coach from Italy, with an average coaching experience of 9.5 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for canoe sprinting is Mesomorph, characterized by long arms. The data reveals that power and muscle endurance are the most critical attributes for success in this sport, each accounting for 25% of the necessary skills. Balance follows closely at 18%, while coordination (13%) and speed reaction (10%) are also significant. Agility (5%) and flexibility (5%) are considered less important.
In terms of body proportions, both coaches indicated a preference for long arms, while torso preferences varied: one coach favored a long torso and the other a normal torso. Regarding leg length, one coach preferred normal legs, while the other deemed leg length not important.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for canoe sprinting is characterized by a mesomorphic physique with a strong emphasis on power and muscle endurance, featuring predominantly long arms and a combination of torso lengths, alongside normal leg proportions that enhance performance in this demanding water sport.
