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Psychological and Physical Determinants of Rescue Readiness: State and Trait Anxiety in Lifeguard Candidates

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Psychological and Physical Determinants of Rescue Readiness: State and Trait Anxiety in Lifeguard Candidates

Kruzołek, Piotr ; Wąsik, Jacek ; Kuberski, Mariusz ; Ortenburger, Dorota ; Konarski, Jan

psychophysiological profile ; stress regulation ; rescue readiness ; body composition ; explosive power ; gender differences ; motor control ; training adaptation

Physical Activity Review ; Vol. 14 ; Issue 2 ; pp. 24-34

Background: Effective lifeguard performance depends not only on physical preparedness but also on psychological functioning under stress. However, limited research has simultaneously examined anxiety levels and somatic-motor characteristics in lifeguard candidates at the initial stage of training. Methods: Fifty lifeguard candidates (19 women, 31 men) participated in the study. State and trait anxiety were assessed using the State–Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Somatic parameters included body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage (FAT%). Motor performance was evaluated using the countermovement jump (CMJ), with biomechanical variables recorded via an inertial measurement unit (IMU). Between-group comparisons and Spearman’s rank correlations were applied. Results: Mean anxiety levels were within normative ranges for non-clinical adult populations. No significant differences were observed between state and trait anxiety. Women demonstrated a tendency toward higher anxiety levels than men, though differences were not statistically significant. No significant associations were found between anxiety levels and somatic or motor parameters. A very strong positive correlation was identified between BMI and FAT% in both sexes (p < 0.001), with no sex differences in correlation strength. Conclusions: Anxiety levels in lifeguard candidates at the beginning of training appear independent of basic physical fitness and body composition parameters. Standard physical selection criteria may not identify individuals with elevated anxiety. Incorporating psychological screening and mental skills training into lifeguard education may enhance adaptation to training demands and improve operational effectiveness under stress.

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Częstochowa

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2026

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e-ISSN 2300-5076 ; oai:dlibra.bg.ajd.czest.pl:8536

10.16926/par.2026.14.18 ; click here to follow the link

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Uniwersytet Jana Długosza w Częstochowie

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Biblioteka Uniwersytecka Uniwersytetu Jana Długosza w Częstochowie