Łukasz Rydzik
Biographic Data
| ID | 836045 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Łukasz Rydzik |
| GIVEN NAMES | Łukasz |
| FAMILY NAME | Rydzik |
| SIGNATURE | RYDZIK Ł |
| AFFILIATIONS | University School of Physical Education in Kraków |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7956-7488 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 27 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 27 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Effectiveness of aquatic Tai Chi on balance indicators: A systematic review
Background: Balance disorders expose older adults to an increased risk of falls. The combination of Tai Chi and an aquatic environment may improve balance. The aim of this review was to assess the effectiveness of Ai Chi in improving balance in older adults. Methods: The systematic review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. Criteria: population individuals aged ≥60 years with balance disorders or at risk of falling; interventi…
Kinematic changes in 5-m swimming start performance using the new double kick start block
Enhancing start performance can substantially reduce overall race time, particularly in sprint swimming events. The aim of this study was to examine differences in angular and temporal characteristics of individual start phases over 5 m when performing from the new DKS ("double kick start") starting block in various pedal angle settings and from the OSB12 starting platform. The sample consisted of 13 junior competitive swimmers (age 17.7 ± 1.1 ye…
Cognitive functions and skill level in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: An exploratory study using virtual reality
Professionals appeared to score higher in accuracy-related measures and showed slower reaction times; however, these patterns should be interpreted as preliminary trends rather than evidence of differences in underlying mechanisms or strategic prioritization. Given the very small sample size and the exploratory nature of the study, no conclusions can be drawn about underlying cognitive mechanisms. The findings suggest preliminary, unstable patter…
Risk factors and socioeconomic determinants of falls among older adults
Background Falls are included in this category due to their high prevalence among people over 60 years of age. The aim of this study is to analyze the relationship between the frequency of falls and selected socioeconomic factors. Methods The study was conducted among 351 patients of a rehabilitation clinic and center. The research method was a structured diagnostic survey using the Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) to collect data on fall incide…
Nurses’ perspectives on working conditions while caring for patients with Covid-19 during the epidemic threat in Poland
Introduction: The severe state of health of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has increased the risk of arduous and hazardous work conditions for nurses. The aim of this study is to identify the conditions of nurses' work during the care of patients with COVID-19 during the state of epidemic threat. Methods: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the healthcare system, especially that of frontline nurses. This study aime…
The effects of physical activity on self-esteem in older adults: A systematic review
A systematic review of multicomponent vs. single-component training programs for fall prevention in older adults
Craving for exercise due to the disruption of daily routine by an earthquake
Objectives The research aimed to examine exercise cravings that arise from the disruption of daily routine resulting from the earthquake and the consequent mandatory absence from exercising at fitness centers. Study design This study utilized the phenomenological design through qualitative research methods. Methods The research sample comprises six individuals aged between 22 and 29 years. They were selected using the criterion sampling method. D…
Relationship of selected conditioning parameters and sport performance indicators in karate
Introduction The variables of aerobic performance and aerobic capacity are of significant importance in maintaining intensity during a fight and also contribute to faster recovery between rounds in sports fighting in karate. Anaerobic performance is crucial for the execution of the techniques during high-intensity offensive or defensive actions that determine the outcome of a fight. The objective of this study was to assess the relationship betwe…
The Relationship of the Religious Faith and Practice of Student Youth and Adults in Southeastern Poland and Western Ukraine with Their Health Status and Attitudes toward Physical Culture
Background: Religious faith and practice are important aspects of human life and give meaning to human existence. The development of modernity and consumerism has significantly undermined the religious foundations of a present-day global society. The aim of this study is to determine the relationships of the religious faith and practice of student youth and adults in Poland (Podkarpacie and Lesser Poland regions) and in western Ukraine (Lviv regi…
Comparison of Head Strike Incidence under K1 Rules of Kickboxing with and without Helmet Protection—A Pilot Study
Headgear increases the probability of direct strikes to the head. Therefore, it is important to familiarize kickboxers with the use of headgear in their sport to minimize head injuries
Effects of a 12-Week Detraining Period on Physical Capacity, Power and Speed in Elite Swimmers
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a prolonged transition period (detraining) on the physical capacity, power, and speed parameters of elite swimmers. Fourteen swimmers (seven females and seven males) aged 20.4 ± 1.7 years participated in the study. The athletes were subjected to two rounds of identical tests at 12-week intervals during the detraining period (DP), which consisted of an evaluation of the athletes' body weight and compositi…
Comparison of the Physical Fitness Profile of Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athletes with Reference to Training Experience
Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes performed better in strength tests (static strength, relative strength, shoulder girdle strength, functional strength). High correlations between the training load and the level of physical fitness were found in flexibility and strength tests in BJJ athletes and most strength tests in Muay Thai athletes
The Impact of Four High-Altitude Training Camps on the Aerobic Capacity of a Short Track PyeongChang 2018 Olympian: A Case Study
This study characterizes high-altitude training camps and their effect on the aerobic capacity of a Polish national team member (M.W.), who was a participant in the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games (body weight: 59.6 kg, body height: 161.0 cm, fat mass: 10.9 kg and 18.3% of fat tissue, fat-free mass: 48.7 kg, muscle mass: 46.3 kg, and BMI = 23.0 kg/m 2 ). The tests were conducted in the periods from April 2018 to September 2018 and April 201…
Comparison of Selected Characteristics of Slovak and Polish Representatives in Kickboxing
There exists a positive correlation between the technical and tactical indicators of kickboxers and the explosive strength of lower limbs, strength endurance, abdominal muscle strength, speed and aerobic endurance. Differences between Slovak and Polish kickboxers have been shown in the attack activity index and in the level of strength endurance. The level of speed and explosive power of the lower limbs was comparable in both groups of kickboxers
Individual Determinants as the Causes of Failure in Learning to Swim with the Example of 10-Year-Old Children
In many cases, children who begin learning to swim from scratch make significant progress, but for many of them, the achievement levels are lower than the requirements set out in the school curriculum. The biggest problem for teachers and students in the initial teaching and learning to swim was the high fear of water, especially among girls
Effect of CrossFit Training on Physical Fitness of Kickboxers
Background: Kickboxing is a combat sport that is complex in technique, tactics, and movement structure, and requires an adequate level of motor skills as a foundation for activities during competitions. General physical fitness, defined as the effect of the externalization of motor skills, is the basis for athletic training regardless of the sport. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of modified training based on the principles of C…
Evaluation of the Level of Technical and Tactical Skills and Its Relationships with Aerobic Capacity and Special Fitness in Elite Ju-Jitsu Athletes
To achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness of sport ju-jitsu, the training process should be based on comprehensive motor development and an optimal level of special fitness
Characteristics of Technical and Tactical Preparation of Elite Judokas during the World Championships and Olympic Games
The basis for achieving success in sport is technical preparation supported by adequate level of physical fitness. During judo competitions, athletes use technique to meet tactical objectives aimed to achieve victory. The modification of the rules of combat in judo that has been carried out in recent years has changed the course of competition. It seems to be interesting if there are relations between technical and tactical preparation expressed …
Effect of Vibration Massage and Passive Rest on Recovery of Muscle Strength after Short-Term Exercise
Properly selected characteristics of the vibration effect can be an effective method in accelerating recovery and regaining lost motor capabilities of muscle groups fatigued by exercise. This offers the potential to shorten rest periods between sets of repetitions in training or between training units
Evaluation of the Body Composition and Selected Physiological Variables of the Skin Surface Depending on Technical and Tactical Skills of Kickboxing Athletes in K1 Style
Changes in skin temperature and pH were demonstrated after each round of the bout. Level of body fat and muscle tissue significantly correlates with technical-tactical skills of the K1 athletes studied
Motor Learning of Complex Tasks with Augmented Feedback: Modality-Dependent Effectiveness
Providing verbal feedback combined with visual feedback on how to correct errors made in performing vertical jumps proved more effective than the provision of verbal feedback only or visual feedback only
The Impact of Reduced Training Activity of Elite Kickboxers on Physical Fitness, Body Build, and Performance during Competitions
Background: Kickboxing is a combat sport where athletes require constant supervision of a coach. The outbreak of the pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 has led to a crisis in many sectors, including sport. Global efforts to limit the spread of the pathogen resulted in temporary lockdowns that limited sporting activity, thus deteriorating athletes' physical fitness. Methods: The participants included 20 kickboxers competing at the international level. …
Physical Fitness and the Level of Technical and Tactical Training of Kickboxers
There exists a correlation between efficiency, activeness and effectiveness of attacks and the speed of upper limbs, explosive strength, static strength of a hand, agility, VO 2 max and abdominal muscle strength
Reaction of the Organisms of Young Football Players to City Smog in the Sports Training
The essence of a sports training includes not only developing the skills necessary in a chosen sport but also particular care about athlete's health. This issue should be taken into account especially in case of children and youth engaged in sporting activities. In the paper there are issues connected to the control of physical effort abilities in the sports training of young football players and the assessment of the reaction of the body to phys…
No prominent works on this page.
Reaction of the Organisms of Young Football Players to City Smog in the Sports Training
The essence of a sports training includes not only developing the skills necessary in a chosen sport but also particular care about athlete's health. This issue should be taken into account especially in case of children and youth engaged in sporting activities. In the paper there are issues connected to the control of physical effort abilities in the sports training of young football players and the assessment of the reaction of the body to phys…
Influence of Health Related Fitness on the Morphofunctional Condition of Second Mature Aged Women
To analyze the influence of health-related fitness on the condition of second mature aged women. Participants: 65 women divided into two groups. Group 1-40 women, (43.33 ± 0.93) years old and group 2-25 women (44.40 ± 0.93) years old. The participants trained for 8 months, three times a week for 1 h. Group 1 trained dance aerobics (Monday), strength fitness (Wednesday) and stretching (Friday). Group 2 trained only stretching. The body length and …
The Effects of Intermittent Hypoxic Training on Anaerobic and Aerobic Power in Boxers
Our results have practical application for coaches, as the IHT seems to be effective in improving anaerobic performance among boxers
Evaluation of the Level of Technical and Tactical Skills and Its Relationships with Aerobic Capacity and Special Fitness in Elite Ju-Jitsu Athletes
To achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness of sport ju-jitsu, the training process should be based on comprehensive motor development and an optimal level of special fitness
Characteristics of Technical and Tactical Preparation of Elite Judokas during the World Championships and Olympic Games
The basis for achieving success in sport is technical preparation supported by adequate level of physical fitness. During judo competitions, athletes use technique to meet tactical objectives aimed to achieve victory. The modification of the rules of combat in judo that has been carried out in recent years has changed the course of competition. It seems to be interesting if there are relations between technical and tactical preparation expressed …
Effect of Vibration Massage and Passive Rest on Recovery of Muscle Strength after Short-Term Exercise
Properly selected characteristics of the vibration effect can be an effective method in accelerating recovery and regaining lost motor capabilities of muscle groups fatigued by exercise. This offers the potential to shorten rest periods between sets of repetitions in training or between training units
Evaluation of the Body Composition and Selected Physiological Variables of the Skin Surface Depending on Technical and Tactical Skills of Kickboxing Athletes in K1 Style
Changes in skin temperature and pH were demonstrated after each round of the bout. Level of body fat and muscle tissue significantly correlates with technical-tactical skills of the K1 athletes studied
Motor Learning of Complex Tasks with Augmented Feedback: Modality-Dependent Effectiveness
Providing verbal feedback combined with visual feedback on how to correct errors made in performing vertical jumps proved more effective than the provision of verbal feedback only or visual feedback only
The Impact of Reduced Training Activity of Elite Kickboxers on Physical Fitness, Body Build, and Performance during Competitions
Background: Kickboxing is a combat sport where athletes require constant supervision of a coach. The outbreak of the pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 has led to a crisis in many sectors, including sport. Global efforts to limit the spread of the pathogen resulted in temporary lockdowns that limited sporting activity, thus deteriorating athletes' physical fitness. Methods: The participants included 20 kickboxers competing at the international level. …
Physical Fitness and the Level of Technical and Tactical Training of Kickboxers
There exists a correlation between efficiency, activeness and effectiveness of attacks and the speed of upper limbs, explosive strength, static strength of a hand, agility, VO 2 max and abdominal muscle strength
Effects of a 12-Week Detraining Period on Physical Capacity, Power and Speed in Elite Swimmers
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a prolonged transition period (detraining) on the physical capacity, power, and speed parameters of elite swimmers. Fourteen swimmers (seven females and seven males) aged 20.4 ± 1.7 years participated in the study. The athletes were subjected to two rounds of identical tests at 12-week intervals during the detraining period (DP), which consisted of an evaluation of the athletes' body weight and compositi…
Comparison of the Physical Fitness Profile of Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athletes with Reference to Training Experience
Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes performed better in strength tests (static strength, relative strength, shoulder girdle strength, functional strength). High correlations between the training load and the level of physical fitness were found in flexibility and strength tests in BJJ athletes and most strength tests in Muay Thai athletes
The Impact of Four High-Altitude Training Camps on the Aerobic Capacity of a Short Track PyeongChang 2018 Olympian: A Case Study
This study characterizes high-altitude training camps and their effect on the aerobic capacity of a Polish national team member (M.W.), who was a participant in the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games (body weight: 59.6 kg, body height: 161.0 cm, fat mass: 10.9 kg and 18.3% of fat tissue, fat-free mass: 48.7 kg, muscle mass: 46.3 kg, and BMI = 23.0 kg/m 2 ). The tests were conducted in the periods from April 2018 to September 2018 and April 201…
Comparison of Selected Characteristics of Slovak and Polish Representatives in Kickboxing
There exists a positive correlation between the technical and tactical indicators of kickboxers and the explosive strength of lower limbs, strength endurance, abdominal muscle strength, speed and aerobic endurance. Differences between Slovak and Polish kickboxers have been shown in the attack activity index and in the level of strength endurance. The level of speed and explosive power of the lower limbs was comparable in both groups of kickboxers
Individual Determinants as the Causes of Failure in Learning to Swim with the Example of 10-Year-Old Children
In many cases, children who begin learning to swim from scratch make significant progress, but for many of them, the achievement levels are lower than the requirements set out in the school curriculum. The biggest problem for teachers and students in the initial teaching and learning to swim was the high fear of water, especially among girls
Effect of CrossFit Training on Physical Fitness of Kickboxers
Background: Kickboxing is a combat sport that is complex in technique, tactics, and movement structure, and requires an adequate level of motor skills as a foundation for activities during competitions. General physical fitness, defined as the effect of the externalization of motor skills, is the basis for athletic training regardless of the sport. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of modified training based on the principles of C…
Comparison of Head Strike Incidence under K1 Rules of Kickboxing with and without Helmet Protection—A Pilot Study
Headgear increases the probability of direct strikes to the head. Therefore, it is important to familiarize kickboxers with the use of headgear in their sport to minimize head injuries
Relationship of selected conditioning parameters and sport performance indicators in karate
Introduction The variables of aerobic performance and aerobic capacity are of significant importance in maintaining intensity during a fight and also contribute to faster recovery between rounds in sports fighting in karate. Anaerobic performance is crucial for the execution of the techniques during high-intensity offensive or defensive actions that determine the outcome of a fight. The objective of this study was to assess the relationship betwe…
The Relationship of the Religious Faith and Practice of Student Youth and Adults in Southeastern Poland and Western Ukraine with Their Health Status and Attitudes toward Physical Culture
Background: Religious faith and practice are important aspects of human life and give meaning to human existence. The development of modernity and consumerism has significantly undermined the religious foundations of a present-day global society. The aim of this study is to determine the relationships of the religious faith and practice of student youth and adults in Poland (Podkarpacie and Lesser Poland regions) and in western Ukraine (Lviv regi…
Risk factors and socioeconomic determinants of falls among older adults
Background Falls are included in this category due to their high prevalence among people over 60 years of age. The aim of this study is to analyze the relationship between the frequency of falls and selected socioeconomic factors. Methods The study was conducted among 351 patients of a rehabilitation clinic and center. The research method was a structured diagnostic survey using the Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) to collect data on fall incide…
Nurses’ perspectives on working conditions while caring for patients with Covid-19 during the epidemic threat in Poland
Introduction: The severe state of health of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has increased the risk of arduous and hazardous work conditions for nurses. The aim of this study is to identify the conditions of nurses' work during the care of patients with COVID-19 during the state of epidemic threat. Methods: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the healthcare system, especially that of frontline nurses. This study aime…
The effects of physical activity on self-esteem in older adults: A systematic review
A systematic review of multicomponent vs. single-component training programs for fall prevention in older adults
Craving for exercise due to the disruption of daily routine by an earthquake
Objectives The research aimed to examine exercise cravings that arise from the disruption of daily routine resulting from the earthquake and the consequent mandatory absence from exercising at fitness centers. Study design This study utilized the phenomenological design through qualitative research methods. Methods The research sample comprises six individuals aged between 22 and 29 years. They were selected using the criterion sampling method. D…
Effectiveness of aquatic Tai Chi on balance indicators: A systematic review
Background: Balance disorders expose older adults to an increased risk of falls. The combination of Tai Chi and an aquatic environment may improve balance. The aim of this review was to assess the effectiveness of Ai Chi in improving balance in older adults. Methods: The systematic review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. Criteria: population individuals aged ≥60 years with balance disorders or at risk of falling; interventi…
Medicine (20 works) · Physical therapy (16 works) · Psychology (14 works) · Sports Performance and Training (12 works) · Athletes (9 works) · Sports injuries and prevention (8 works) · Physical fitness (7 works) · Mathematics (6 works) · Physical medicine and rehabilitation (6 works) · Test (biology (6 works)