The purpose of this study is to determine the reliability and validity of Dansprint Pro K-1 kayak ergometer in kinematic of paddling parameter. Sixteen (16) UPSI kayak atheletes and sixteen national level athletes involve in this study. Prerecorded data from two (2) high speed camera (Panasonic WV-CP 450/G) which were obtained from two separated test Protocol X (reliability test) and Protocol Y (validity test) were analized using Peak Motus 4.0 Motion Analysis System software. This software are able to analized and measured 3 Dimensional kinematic parameters. Pearson Product Moment correlation statistic are use to get correlation coefficient value and level of significant of relationship between paddling kinematic variables from each test. Results from reliabilty test showed a high correlation coefficient value and significant in elbow angle at catch phase (r = 0.74, p< 0.05), vertical (r = 0.97, p< 0.05) and exit (r = 0.78, p< 0.05) paddling kinematic parameters. This result proof tha.....

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The main purpose of this study was to develop and assess an on-land training aid for learning balance in sprint kayaking. The literature has shown the importance of biomechanical analysis and how training aids can provide a beneficial part in the learning process of new skills. An on-water experimental analysis was conducted on experienced paddlers to establish the kinematic characteristics and the centre of rotation position of the kayak-paddler system. From this analysis it was found that the kayak rolling motion is dependent on the paddler's ability and the centre of rotation of the kayak paddler system relative to the seat of the kayak was found to be between 10 cm - 13 cm above the seat. Findings from this analysis were interpreted into technical requirements and integrated into the design of the training aid. Once built the training aid prototype was evaluated by a series of testing and modification to enhance its ability to replicate the on-water kayak. The evaluation data showe.....

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