Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025)

This study examines the effectiveness of recreational sports interventions in addressing mental health issues among adolescents serving sentences in Juvenile Correctional Facilities (LPKA). Adolescents in prison tend to experience significant emotional stress, which can potentially worsen their mental health conditions. Sports are considered a practical and effective intervention method as they can trigger the release of serotonin and endorphins, hormones that play a role in improving mood. The research sample consisted of 20 male juvenile inmates at LPKA Bandung, aged 15-19 years, who…

The arch of the foot is a biomechanical structural element that can affect the physical performance of athletes in sports that require dynamic movements such as soccer. The arch of the foot, both normal and flat, contributes to the efficiency of movement and load distribution when running, jumping, and changing direction suddenly. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the differences in agility performance and vertical leg muscle explosive power in regional-level soccer players based on variations in the shape of the arch of the foot, namely normal and flat. The method used is an…

A series of tests of special technical skills in handball games, for handball players that match the characteristics in actual handball training and matches. The norms of passing and catching tests carried out with wall media for 30 seconds with the acquisition of values 15 times down the category Less Once, 16-25 times the category is less, 26-55 times the category is moderate / sufficient, 56-65 times the category is good, and 66 times and above the category is very good. Within a distance of 7 meters shooting to the goal obtained target target 0 then the category is very less, target…

This study aims to examine the impact of mental imagery on sports performance and injury recovery in athletes through bibliometric analysis. The study utilizes data from the Scopus database to analyze the annual publication trends, most cited articles, prolific journals, frequently occurring keywords, and emerging research trends related to mental imagery. A total of 131 articles published between 1977 and 2024 were analyzed using VOSviewer, RStudio, and Scopus to visualize the data. The findings of this study indicate that mental imagery has a significant effect on enhancing athletic…

Self-efficacy and goal setting were psychological factors that influenced athletes in improving sports performance. This study aimed to determine the relationship between self-efficacy and goal setting in student Sepak Takraw athletes in Indonesia. The instruments used were the Athlete Self-Efficacy Scale (ASES) (Koçak, 2020) and the Self-Audit Questionnaire for Goal Setting (Wilson & Dobson, 2008). Data collection was carried out using the convenience sampling technique. The study involved 156 Sepak Takraw athletes aged 12-18 years. Descriptive statistical analysis was used to describe…

In rowing, athletes face high pressure due to intensive training, intense competition, and expectations from coaches and the environment. Achievement motivation is a significant factor in achieving optimal performance, but excessive pressure can increase the risk of burnout. In the field, many athletes experience physical and emotional exhaustion due to the drive to achieve without good stress management. This study aims to understand the role of achievement motivation, which is generally considered positive but also has the potential to trigger burnout. The method used is quantitative…

Futsal sports have very fast and dynamic game characteristics that require players to move quickly and dynamically on the field. During the match, the psychological changes of futsal athletes must change due to several factors such as stress, Concentration Stress, and mental pressure. Therefore, one of the mental skills that can be used when several of these factors occur is to use Positive Self-Talk skills. This study aims to determine the positive influence of self-talk on the decision- making of young futsal athletes. The method used is an experiment with a quantitative approach and…

Kabaddi is a sport that uses good physical abilities; so far, the dominant physical components that affect achievement in Kabaddi sports are very few in a comprehensive discussion. This study aimed to determine the dominant physical factors that influence the accomplishment of kabaddi sports. The research method used is descriptive-quantitative; the research sample is Badung district Kabaddi athletes, totalling 31 athletes. Data collection techniques are carried out in the form of tests and measurements, with several test items carried out, such as hearing reaction speed, seeing reaction…

This study aims to analyze the impact of online gaming on physical fitness by exploring the relationship between the duration of gaming and physical health. The research employed a correlational method with a quantitative approach, and participants were selected using purposive sampling. The instrument used in this. study was the Nusantara Student Fitness Test (TKPN), which included a series of tests such as the V Sit and Reach, Squat Thrust, Sit-Up, and PACER Test. Data were analyzed using non-parametric statistical methods, specifically Spearman’s correlation. The results revealed that…

Objectives of this study are to map the historical developments, major trends, academic collaborations, and dominant themes in self-efficacy research in the field of sports and physical activity from 1982 to 2025. This study also identifies key contributors and future research directions using a bibliometric approach. Methods Data were collected from the Scopus and Web of Science databases using relevant keywords such as "self-efficacy" and "sport" or "physical activity. The analysis was conducted with the help of VOSviewer software to visualize collaboration networks, keyword co-occurrence,…