In the analysis of this sport, 4 coaches participated, 2 from Italy and 2 from Serbia.
Average years of coaching experience: 4,8.
| Coordination: 16% |
| Speed reaction: 6% |
| Agility: 5% |
| Balance: 5% |
| Flexibility: 11% |
| Power: 19% |
| Muscle Endurance: 38% |
| Somatotype: Ectomorph |
| Arms: 2x normal, 2x not important. Torso: 2x normal, 1x short, 1x not important. Legs: 2x long, 1x normal, 1x not important. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 4 coaches, with an average coaching experience of 4.8 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for long-distance athletics is Ectomorph. The data reveals that muscle endurance is the most critical attribute for success in this sport, comprising 38% of the necessary skills. Power follows at 19%, while coordination accounts for 16%. Flexibility is important at 11%, while speed reaction (6%), agility (5%), and balance (5%) are considered less significant.
In terms of body proportions, preferences varied among the coaches: 2 indicated a preference for normal arms, while 2 deemed arm length not important. Regarding torso length, 2 coaches preferred a normal torso, 1 coach favored a short torso, and another considered torso length not important. For leg length, 2 coaches preferred long legs, while 1 favored normal legs, and 1 considered leg length not important.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for long-distance athletics is characterized by an ectomorphic physique with a strong emphasis on muscle endurance, featuring a mix of normal and long legs, and a predominance of normal torso and arm lengths, which are tailored to meet the specific demands of this endurance-focused sport.
