In the analysis of this sport, 1 coach from Italy participated.
Average years of coaching experience: 20.
| Power:10% |
| Muscular endurance: 5% |
| Coordination: 30% |
| Speed reaction: 0% |
| Agility: 5% |
| Balance: 30% |
| Flexibility: 20% |
| Somatotype: Mesomorph |
| Arms: normal. Torso: not important. Legs: not important. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 1 coach from Italy, with a coaching experience of 20 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for para archery is Mesomorph, characterized by normal arms. The data reveals that coordination and balance are the most critical attributes for success in this sport, each comprising 30% of the necessary skills. Flexibility follows at 20%, while power (10%), muscular endurance (5%), agility (5%), and speed reaction (0%) are considered significantly less important, with speed reaction being irrelevant in this context.
In terms of body proportions, the coach indicated that torso and leg lengths are not important, emphasizing the focus on arm length.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for para archery is a mesomorph with a normal physique, excelling particularly in coordination and balance, which are essential for optimal performance in this precision-based and focused sport.
