THE ROLE OF BIOMECHANICS IN THE FORMATION OF GYMNASTIC EXERCISE TECHNIQUE OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS

Abstract

The article examines the role of gymnastics in the comprehensive physical development of an individual, the formation of movement culture, coordination abilities, and functional fitness. Gymnastics combines structurally complex motor actions that require a high level of accuracy, coordination, and motor control. Therefore, the process of teaching gymnastic exercises requires a scientifically grounded approach that takes into account both physiological and mechanical patterns of human motor activity. It is shown that the application of biomechanical knowledge in pedagogical practice promotes conscious mastery of exercises, the development of spatial–temporal orientation, and an increase in the level of motor preparedness of students. The biomechanical approach is of particular importance at the initial stages of gymnastics training, when the foundations of motor skills are laid and an individual style of exercise performance is formed.

Purpose: to substantiate the role of biomechanics in gymnastic exercises and to determine its significance in the formation of motor skills and the prevention of injuries.

Methodology: analysis of scientific publications, systematization of the results of the analysis of scientific and educational-methodological literature, clarification of the main definitions of the research problem, generalization, and formulation of conclusions.

Scientific novelty: consists in substantiating the use of biomechanical analysis as an effective basis for the formation and correction of gymnastic exercise technique in higher education students within the educational process.

Conclusions: Biomechanics is a fundamental basis for teaching gymnastic exercises. It provides scientific justification of movement technique, increases the effectiveness of the educational process, and contributes to injury prevention. The application of biomechanical principles in the practice of physical education and artistic gymnastics is a necessary condition for the training of physically developed, healthy, and technically prepared student youth.