Student volleyball as recreational and health-improving physical activity using the competitive method (on the example of the women’s and men’s teams of OmSU)

the article examines the significance and role of recreational and health-improving physical activities in the lives of higher education students. Special attention is given to student volleyball as a key form of recreational and health-improving activity, which helps maintain the physical and psychological health of students, develop their volitional, leadership, and communication skills. The effectiveness of the competitive method in the training process of OmSU volleyball teams is explored. A survey of student-volleyball players is conducted at Omsk State University to identify their main motivations for participating in sports sections. The study revealed differences in motivation between men and women: for young men, the key motivation is the competitive element and the desire to win, while women are more focused on social interaction. The analysis showed that the emotional component of competitions is more important for female volleyball players, while men value sports results and experience. Nevertheless, the competitive component plays an important role in organizing and conducting OmSU volleyball team practices. Based on the analyzed survey results, the author developed recommendations for effectively using the competitive method in the training process. Specific measures for organizing training sessions using competitive method elements are proposed, including gradually increasing task complexity, analyzing game results, studying competition videos, and combining competitive and play methods during training.

recreational activities, health-improving activities, competitive method, student volleyball, leading motivation, training process, men’s and women’s teams