Assessment of physical development of the second-year physical education students, at Tay Nguyen University after completing the Karatedo course

Abstract

This study evaluates the physical development of the second-year Physical Education students (enrolled in 2022) at Tay Nguyen University after completing the Karatedo course during the 2023–2024 academic year. The course was part of the curriculum designed to enhance students’ physical capacity through systematic martial arts training. Data were collected from nine physical fitness tests, including sprinting and endurance running. Results showed significant improvements in all tests, with performance gains ranging from 0.30% to 6.20%. The 1500-meter run showed the highest increase (W% = 6.20), and the 30-meter sprint showed the lowest (W% = 0.30), all statistically significant at p