INFLUENCE OF BODY COMPOSITION ON BASIC MOTOR ABILITIES IN HANDBALL PLAYERS

The aim of this study was to investigate the influence body composition on motor abilities in handball players. sample involved 16 male players aged 15-20. Body variables included mass (BM), index (BMI), percentage fat (PBF) and muscle (PMM). For speed assessment, 20m sprint test used. T-test, Slalom Zig-Zag were used estimate agility, while squat jump (SJ), counter movement (CMJ) with arm swing (CMJa) assess strength lower limbs. Linear regression analysis determine basic abilities. Negative, statistically significant correlations observed between BMI, PBF, agility (r = 0,52 – 0,66, R2 0,27 - 0,44, p < 0,05). Muscle contributed better performance tests (-0,55 r -0,67, 0,31 0,45, There no relationships BM abilities, as well variables. These findings indicate that obesity contributes slower linear multidirectional movement, makes faster. More research is needed order strength, specific movements.