Identification of the Balance Capability – A Perceptual-motor Component-in Teenagers

Abstract The purpose of study is to investigate the level of development of dynamic balance, us a perceptual motor component in teenagers. We used a case control study, Start Excursion Balance Test, one-Way ANOVA for independent samples and post ANOVA Critical TUKEY HSD. Results were compared for two groups: teenagers 17-19 years old (50 subjects) with their only physical activity being what is stipulated in the school curricula and adolescents (50 subjects) involved in extracurricular sports activities. There were some significant differences between the two groups, for balance: males and females - for standing on the right leg and on the left in anterior (A) directions.