In the analysis of this sport, 2 coaches participated, 1 female coach from Italy and 1 male coach from Poland.
Average years of coaching experience: 12,5.
| Coordination: 13% |
| Speed reaction: 10% |
| Agility: 23% |
| Balance: 8% |
| Flexibility: 23% |
| Power: 15% |
| Muscle Endurance: 10% |
| Somatotype: 1x Mesomorph, 1x Ectomorph |
| Arms: 2x normal. Torso: 1x normal, 1x short. Legs: 2x normal. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 2 coaches, including 1 female coach from Italy and 1 male coach from Poland, with an average coaching experience of 12.5 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotypes for diving are both Mesomorph and Ectomorph, with each coach favoring one of the two traits. The data indicates that agility and flexibility are the most critical attributes for success in this sport, each accounting for 23% of the necessary skills. Power follows at 15%, while coordination (13%), speed reaction (10%), and muscle endurance (10%) are considered less significant. Balance is the least important attribute at 8%.
In terms of body proportions, both coaches indicated a preference for normal arms, while torso preferences varied, with one coach favoring a normal torso and the other preferring a short torso. Both coaches noted a preference for normal legs.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for diving is characterized by a combination of mesomorphic and ectomorphic traits, with a strong emphasis on agility and flexibility, featuring predominantly normal arms and legs, alongside a mix of torso lengths that support optimal performance in this graceful and demanding sport.
