In the analysis of this sport, 8 coaches participated, 3 male coaches and 1 female coach from Italy, and 2 male coaches from Portugal.
Average years of coaching experience: 7.
| Coordination: 14% |
| Speed reaction: 17% |
| Agility: 16% |
| Balance: 13% |
| Flexibility: 12% |
| Power: 20% |
| Muscle Endurance: 15% |
| Somatotype: 3x Endomorph, 3x Mesomorph |
| Arms, torso, and legs: normal. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 8 coaches, including 3 male coaches and 1 female coach from Italy and 2 male coaches from Portugal, with an average coaching experience of 7 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotypes for BMX racing are predominantly Endomorph and Mesomorph, with 3 coaches favoring each trait. The data indicates that power is the most critical attribute for success in this sport, accounting for 20% of the necessary skills. Speed reaction follows closely at 17%, while agility accounts for 16%. Coordination (14%), balance (13%), and muscle endurance (15%) are also significant, with flexibility considered less important at 12%.
In terms of body proportions, all coaches indicated a preference for normal arms, torso, and legs.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for BMX racing is characterized by a combination of endomorphic and mesomorphic traits, with a strong emphasis on power and speed reaction, featuring a normal physique that supports optimal performance in this fast-paced and dynamic sport.
