International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education

Authors
Dr. Sukhdev Singh

Abstract
Most of the skill performances and execution of techniques in the sports such as boxing, Fencing and taekwondo were based on the basic fitness components. The purpose of the study was to determine the existence of statistically significant difference on selected fitness components (speed and endurance) among boxers, fencers and taekwondo. For this purpose, 90 sportsmen (30 boxers, 30 fencers, and 30 taekwondo) were selected. Their age ranged between 18 to 23 years. The selected variables were assessed using 50 metres dash and Harward step test. The data was analyzed by applying ANOVA and Scheffe post hoc test. The result showed that there were significant difference in all the selected physical fitness components among female boxers, fencers and taekwondo. The boxers showed a better capability in speed, while the taekwondo were better in endurance and fencers with better speed.