Mychka I. Methods of development of power qualities in students of higher education by means of powerlifting

The dissertation research highlights the relevance of the problem of improving the current system of physical education in higher educational establishments. The theoretical and methodological foundations of the introduction of powerlifting tools in the educational process from physical education are revealed. The implementation of the methodology for the development of power qualities also ensured the formation of knowledge among students about the expedient use of powerlifting exercises during the educational and training sessions. The analysis of the students' physical fitness indicators after a formative pedagogical experiment showed the high efficiency of the developed methodology. In all tests that evaluated the fitness preparedness of students, the participants in the experimental group significantly improved their scores. The most substantial results were obtained in 100 meters sprint, long jumps, push-ups, chin-ups, and lifting of the body in sitting position during one minute (P<0,05). It is also highlighted the content of motivational, cognitive, and activity criteria of the students' fitness competence in the experimental group. In general, the evaluation of the efficiency of the method of development of power qualities in students by means of powerlifting confirmed the significant improvement of the indicators of physical development, functional, special physical and technical preparedness, availability of the formed fitness and health competences.