Women’s Wrestling: Its Historical Development, Current State, and Prospects in the World and in Uzbekistan—With Particular Reference to Karakalpakstan
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Saxibjamal Esbosynova
Student, Karakalpak State University
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- Keywords:
- women’s wrestling, freestyle wrestling, Uzbek national kurash, sports pedagogy, gender equality, physical education, Karakalpakstan, Olympic Games, training of female athletes
- Abstract
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This article provides a theoretical analysis of the historical development of women’s wrestling worldwide and examines its distinctive development in Uzbekistan, particularly in the Republic of Karakalpakstan. It discusses methods of organising wrestling training while taking into account the physical and physiological characteristics of the female body, the social and psychological challenges faced by female athletes, the impact of gender stereotypes on sports participation, and the state policies implemented to promote women’s wrestling in Uzbekistan. The study employs historical-comparative, analytical-synthetic, and statistical methods. The findings may contribute to developing practical recommendations for the further advancement of women’s wrestling, improving coaching practices, and enhancing the system for identifying and selecting talented young female athletes.
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