Motor training program with rackets to develop an ambidextrous laterality in upper extremities that improves sports skills in children 9 to 12 years old, Chignahuapan, Puebla

Abstract

Ambidextrous laterality is defined as the possibility of performing actions with both parts of the body, either left or right, so in this research the objective was to develop ambidextrous laterality in upper limbs through a motor training program with the help of rackets, to improve sports skills. Quasi-experimental, longitudinal and active observation type. The sample was randomly selected with 32 participants, 16 females (50%) and 16 males (50%) from 9 to 12 years old with an average age of 10-11 years, belonging to the community of Llano Verde, Chignahuapan, Puebla. The participants were evaluated using the Harris test and the Sports Fundamentals rubric at the beginning, intermediate and end of the motor training program that consisted of 27 sessions. The results showed an advance of 100% in at least one sports technical foundation in each of the participants. In conclusion, the results obtained show that ambidextrous laterality can be developed through a motor training program and repetitions, highlighting a greater possibility of movements, abilities and motor skills that is reflected in sports success.