The comparison of footwear at each level of intensity during babrbell back squat among weightlifters / Nor Ajlaa Najwa Swandi

This study are try to investigate the Rate Perceived of Exertion at each level of intensity during barbell back squat among weightlifters. Weightlifting is a well-known sport and footwear condition is becoming a growing concern. Proper footwear condition is very important for the athletes to prevent them from getting any serious injuries or any prolong health problems (Chandler & Stone, 1992). This study is based on the data obtained from an experiment that was conduct using weightlifting shoes and normal training shoes. The findings of this study showed that there is significance difference on Rate Perceive of Exertion at each level of intensity during barbell back squat (p < 0.05). The result of the study suggested that weightlifting shoes is the most suitable footwear condition among weightlifters during barbell back squat. It is hope that the study can contribute to the performance of weightlifters to their training or competition.