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| Abstract : Perpustakaan Tuanku Bainun |
| This study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of psychophysiological factors among table tennis state players in Malaysia (Perak) and China (Yinchuan), focusing on demographic characteristics, physiological measures (BMI, heart rate, oxygen levels, VO2max), psychological factors (mental toughness, anxiety, concentration), and their interrelationships. A survey design approach was employed, with data collected using InBody BIA, Polar H10 sensors, oximeters, Multi-Stage Fitness Tests (MSFT), MTQ-18, CSAI-2R, and Grid Concentration Tasks. Statistical analyses, including t-tests, ANOVA, and Pearson correlations, revealed significant differences in several dimensions. The sample consisted of 60 elite-level athletes (30 from each country), aged between 18 and 25, with more than five years of competitive experience. Chinese players demonstrated younger age profiles, rigorous training schedules (p < 0.05), and higher oxygen recovery levels post-exercise (p < 0.05), while Malaysian players exhibited higher mean VO2max (M = 9.33, SD = 6.68) but with greater variability (p > 0.05). Psychological analysis showed that Malaysian players scored higher on mental toughness dimensions such as reboundability and concentration (p > 0.05), whereas Chinese players experienced higher somatic anxiety (p > 0.05). Correlation analyses highlighted significant relationships between physiological and psychological variables, such as the negative association between VO2max and post-exercise heart rate in Malaysian players (r = -0.421, p < 0.05) and the positive relationship between somatic anxiety and concentration in Chinese players (r = 0.604, p < 0.05). These outcomes reflect the impact of centralized versus decentralized training systems and their psychological implications at the elite level. The study highlights the importance of integrating tailored physiological and psychological training strategies to optimize athletic performance. Findings may inform national sports associations in designing holistic high-performance training modules. Future research should explore longitudinal effects of training regimens, expand the sample to diverse regions, and examine additional factors such as nutrition and environmental conditions to provide a comprehensive understanding of performance determinants. |
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