A physical fitness profile of korean national women’s ice hockey players differences between forward and defense

The purpose of this study was to compare physique, body composition and physical fitness 41 national ice hockey players team between forwards and defenders of the results were summarized as follow there were no statistically significant differences in all items of physique and body composition between forwards and defenders. Significiant muscular strength, cardiorespiratory endurance (maximum oxygen uptake and 20m shuttle run) (p<.05, p<.05). maximum strength, power and anaerobic power, muscle mass, body fat which are insufficient compared to foreign players. In conclusion, the national women’s ice hockey team can improve athletic performance by increasing muscular strength, muscular power, anaerobic power and muscle mass and reducing body fat. Muscular strength and cardiorespiratory endurance are important factors to distinguish between forwards and defenders when selecting and finding players.