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Reaction time of choice for beginners and experienced capoeiristas

Abstract

In Capoeira, good reaction time is that to provide rapid and correct answer for stimuli prestentioned, consist of in ability very important for success or not event. The purpose this study was to verify effect of the practice of Capoeira on choice reaction time. Participated of the study 20 practitioners Capoeira, adults, divided in two groups according to time practice. Reaction time went measured used a Unit Determination of the Viena's System Tests (version 6.0). The results showed a significant difference (p < .05) for the numbers of correct answers, wrong answers and choice reaction time in favor of capoeiristas experienced in comparison with beginners. It was conclude that the practice of Capoeira could improve choice reaction time of the practitioners.

KEYWORDS
Capoeira; Ability; Choice reaction time; Effect of practice

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